Ben & Jack's Steakhouse

219 East 44 Street, Manhattan, NY 10017
Steakhouse
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Ben & Jack's Steakhouse has been inspected three times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 13, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Ben & Jack's Steakhouse's latest score of 95 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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.
10F
95
Jul 17, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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.
10F
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
74
Apr 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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.
10B
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.
10F
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ben & Jack's Steakhouse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ben & Jack's Steakhouse on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ben & Jack's Steakhouse?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ben & Jack's Steakhouse.

How does Ben & Jack's Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Ben & Jack's Steakhouse most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Ben & Jack's Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ben & Jack's Steakhouse have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ben & Jack's Steakhouse means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Ben & Jack's Steakhouse inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ben & Jack's Steakhouse is inspected roughly once per year on average.