Kensi Thai

2528 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard, Manhattan, NY
Thai
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Kensi Thai has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 7, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Kensi Thai on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 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
Nov 1, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
82
Dec 1, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86
Sep 26, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
52

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kensi Thai last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kensi Thai on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kensi Thai?

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 Kensi Thai.

How does Kensi Thai compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Kensi Thai most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Kensi Thai's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kensi Thai have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kensi Thai 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 Kensi Thai inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kensi Thai is inspected roughly once per year on average.