Keens Steakhouse
72 WEST 36 STREET, Manhattan, 10018
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 12, 2026
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Dec 26, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
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