Xi'an Famous Foods

750 8 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10036

Chinese

Last inspected: May 5, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Xi'an Famous Foods has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent visit was on May 5, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around seven violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Manhattan facility scores 77, putting Xi'an Famous Foods on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 5, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 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

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

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

Oct 15, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations.

View 4 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Xi'an Famous Foods last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Xi'an Famous Foods on file is from May 5, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Xi'an Famous Foods?

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 Xi'an Famous Foods.

How does Xi'an Famous Foods compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Xi'an Famous Foods most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Xi'an Famous Foods' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Xi'an Famous Foods have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Xi'an Famous Foods means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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