Kebab Express
235 BLEECKER STREET, Manhattan, 10014
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jan 14, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jan 14, 2025
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.
CriticalA 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.
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (1 critical) |
| Sep 5, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Aug 21, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 3 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
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.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 22 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 3 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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