TOWNHOUSE DINER in Murray Hill Kips Bay

Latest: GRADE Z Last inspected Jul 18, 2025
📍 696 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016  ·  🍽️ American  ·  🚇 Grand Central-42nd Street
Overview

Townhouse Diner in Murray Hill holds a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, indicating the restaurant is not currently operating or licensed. The diner received 4 inspections between 2022 and 2025, earning Grade A on 2 of those visits, with no emergency closures on record.

4
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections

TOWNHOUSE DINER in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Full Inspection History (4 records)

GRADE Z Jul 18, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 22
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects o...
Violations: 06D 04L 08A 02G
Jun 18, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
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. Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solu...
Violations: 02G 06F 08A 04L 10F
GRADE A May 2, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or no...
Violations: 06D 10B 10F
GRADE A Dec 20, 2022 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 8
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessib...
Violations: 06C 10F
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TOWNHOUSE DINER in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

When was TOWNHOUSE DINER last inspected?
TOWNHOUSE DINER was last inspected on July 18, 2025 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 22 points.
What is TOWNHOUSE DINER's current health grade?
TOWNHOUSE DINER currently holds a Grade Z.
How many health inspections has TOWNHOUSE DINER had?
TOWNHOUSE DINER has 4 health inspections on record from December 2022 through July 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
What was the worst inspection score at TOWNHOUSE DINER?
The worst inspection score recorded at TOWNHOUSE DINER was 27 points on June 18, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has TOWNHOUSE DINER ever received a Grade C?
No. TOWNHOUSE DINER has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.