Fat Boys Burgers

853 9 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10019

American

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Fat Boys Burgers appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2025. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 7, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly 10 violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That's lower than the typical Manhattan restaurant, which scores around 77. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

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

04A

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

May 21, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

6 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

View 12 violations

06C

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

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

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

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

19-06

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Apr 3, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

06C

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

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

04A

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fat Boys Burgers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fat Boys Burgers on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fat Boys Burgers?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fat Boys Burgers.

How does Fat Boys Burgers compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Fat Boys Burgers most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Fat Boys Burgers' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Fat Boys Burgers have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Fat Boys Burgers means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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