Soup Kitchen

259 West 55 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
American
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Soup Kitchen stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 12, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from two violations up to five.

When inspectors have written things up, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
64
Sep 10, 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
Mar 7, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Soup Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Soup Kitchen on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Soup 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 Soup Kitchen.

How does Soup Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Soup Kitchen most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Soup Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Soup Kitchen have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is Soup Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Soup Kitchen is inspected roughly once per year on average.