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247 WEST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10018
A
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BLACK IRON BURGER health grade & inspection history
245 WEST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10018
12 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Apr 2, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Apr 2, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Apr 2, 2026Inspection date
2Violations recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02BCritical violation
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 10G
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Score trend
BLACK IRON BURGER inspection history
1 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2026 | A | 12 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Aug 27, 2025 | A | 13 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Feb 20, 2025 | — | 21 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Dec 7, 2023 | A | 10 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 06CRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
Official location
BLACK IRON BURGER on the map
Common questions
BLACK IRON BURGER inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for BLACK IRON BURGER?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Apr 2, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 12 violation points.
When was BLACK IRON BURGER last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Apr 2, 2026.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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