The Flame Diner

893 9 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10019
American
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, The Flame Diner has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 11, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so The Flame Diner is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
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
Jul 10, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
82
Jan 20, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Flame Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Flame Diner on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Flame Diner?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Flame Diner.

How does The Flame Diner compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The Flame Diner most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The Flame Diner's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Flame Diner have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Flame Diner 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 The Flame Diner inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Flame Diner is inspected roughly once per year on average.