Shake Shack

500 West 33 Street, Manhattan, NY 10001
American
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Shake Shack three times, with records going back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 12, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.

The pattern that stands out is anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided, which has been cited two times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Shake Shack is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
28-01
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
86
Sep 18, 2024
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
Apr 19, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shake Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shake Shack on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shake Shack?

Across the inspection record, anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shake Shack.

How does Shake Shack compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Shake Shack most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Shake Shack's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shake Shack 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 inspected?

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