The Keg Room

53 West 36 Street, Manhattan, NY 10018
Irish
Last inspected: Aug 27, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at The Keg Room, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Aug 27, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The Keg Room's latest score is in line with the Manhattan average of 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 27, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
78
Oct 22, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
67
May 19, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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
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
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Keg Room last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Keg Room on file is from Aug 27, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Keg Room?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Keg Room.

How does The Keg Room compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The Keg Room most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The Keg Room's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Keg Room have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Keg Room 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 Keg Room inspected?

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