FRESH KITCHEN in Midtown Times Square
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026
📍 265 MADISON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016 ·
🍽️ American
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🚇 Times Square-42nd Street, Grand Central-42nd Street, Herald Square-34th Street
Overview
Fresh Kitchen in Midtown Times Square currently holds a Grade Z following an inspection scoring 31 points. The restaurant has 6 inspections on record from 2023 to 2026, including 2 Grade A results and 1 Grade C result, with no emergency closures on record.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
FRESH KITCHEN in Midtown Times Square: Full Inspection History (6 records)
GRADE Z
Apr 2, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 31
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.
Raw, cooked or prepare...
GRADE C
Mar 26, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 31
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.
Violations:
02G
Jan 30, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 38
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above ...
GRADE A
Jul 3, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 4
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.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigera...
GRADE A
May 19, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 8
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations:
02B
Apr 10, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 26
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.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source o...
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FRESH KITCHEN in Midtown Times Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was FRESH KITCHEN last inspected?
- FRESH KITCHEN was last inspected on April 2, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 31 points.
- What is FRESH KITCHEN's current health grade?
- FRESH KITCHEN currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has FRESH KITCHEN had?
- FRESH KITCHEN has 6 health inspections on record from April 2023 through April 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at FRESH KITCHEN?
- The worst inspection score recorded at FRESH KITCHEN was 38 points on January 30, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has FRESH KITCHEN ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. FRESH KITCHEN has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.