Pastrami Queen
138 WEST 72 STREET, Manhattan, 10023
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (5 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Feb 19, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 19, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Mar 21, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 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.
- 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 16 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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