The Grey Dog

242 West 16 Street, Manhattan, NY 10011
American
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The Grey Dog has been inspected three times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 10, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Across the inspection history, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
90
Oct 10, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
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
78
Jun 14, 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 The Grey Dog last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Grey Dog on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Grey Dog?

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 The Grey Dog.

How does The Grey Dog compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The Grey Dog most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The Grey Dog's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at The Grey Dog 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 The Grey Dog 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 Grey Dog inspected?

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