Kebab Express

34 East 23 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Kebab Express has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 28, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about nine violations before that.

Across the inspection history, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Manhattan facility scores 77, putting Kebab Express on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
4 critical violations.
View 4 violations
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
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 protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
55
Dec 10, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
7 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
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
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, 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
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kebab Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kebab Express on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kebab Express?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kebab Express.

How does Kebab Express compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Kebab Express most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Kebab Express' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Kebab Express have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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