Grade AAmerican

Dig Inn

133 WEST 38 STREET, Manhattan, 10018

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (3 weeks ago). Details below.

Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · New York City health department

A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Critical
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Critical
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
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.

Date	Result	Type	Violations
Jul 16, 2026	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	4 (2 critical)
Dec 3, 2024	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection	2
Jun 10, 2024	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	4 (2 critical)

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

3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.

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