Dim Sum Sam

28 East 23 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010

Chinese

Last inspected: Jan 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Dim Sum Sam stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 30, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Dim Sum Sam on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 30, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

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

Nov 1, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations.

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Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.

05C

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Harmful noxious gas or vapor detected. carbon monoxide (co) level exceeds nine (9) ppm

05B

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

Jul 5, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dim Sum Sam last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dim Sum Sam on file is from Jan 30, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Dim Sum Sam compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Dim Sum Sam most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Dim Sum Sam's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dim Sum Sam have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dim Sum Sam 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 Dim Sum Sam inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dim Sum Sam is inspected around two times per year on average.

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