Sardi's Restaurant

234 West 44 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036
American
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
82
Apr 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
04C
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sardi's Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sardi's Restaurant on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Sardi's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sardi's Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sardi's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sardi's Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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