Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen)

225 Varick Street, Manhattan, NY 10014
American
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Feb 11, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with violation counts hovering near two.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, which has been cited two times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Cycle Inspection / 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
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
Aug 22, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
82
May 10, 2023
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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen)?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen).

How does Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) 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 Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shake Shack (Innovation Kitchen) is inspected roughly once per year on average.