212 Steakhouse
316 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, 10022
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 years ago). Details below.
Last inspected Feb 14, 2024 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 14, 2024
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
CriticalA problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Feb 2, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (3 critical) |
| Aug 24, 2022 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Jul 6, 2022 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 9 (7 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 10 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
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