Grade AOther

Carnegie Diner And Cafe

205 WEST 57 STREET, Manhattan, 10019

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 weeks ago). Details below.

Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · New York City health department

Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Critical
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

Date	Result	Type	Violations
Jul 22, 2026	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	3 (1 critical)
Apr 3, 2025	Grade A	Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection	3 (1 critical)
Mar 3, 2025	Grade Pending	Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection	6 (4 critical)

Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.

2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.

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