Wendy's
24 WEST 23 STREET, Manhattan, 10010
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (6 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jan 21, 2026
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.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Dec 10, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 9 (2 critical) |
| Dec 23, 2024 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 1 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Apr 21, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×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×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 12 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
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