DHABA INDIAN CUISINE

GRADE Z

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Overview

DHABA INDIAN CUISINE in Gramercy underwent a NYC health inspection on February 26, 2026 and scored 27 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

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Address
108 LEXINGTON AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10016
Cuisine
Indian
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
4 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04M

Live Roaches Present in Facility

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

⚠️ Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.

📋 Code Requirements

Immediate elimination required: Professional extermination ASAP, Find and eliminate water sources (roaches need water daily), Seal all cracks/crevices, Deep clean with degreaser, Remove cardboard/clutter, Apply gel baits in non-food areas, Follow-up treatment in 2 weeks.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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DHABA INDIAN CUISINE — Inspection Questions

Did DHABA INDIAN CUISINE pass their NYC health inspection on February 26, 2026?
DHABA INDIAN CUISINE underwent inspection on February 26, 2026 with a score of 27 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did DHABA INDIAN CUISINE have?
DHABA INDIAN CUISINE had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 04M mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04M (Live Roaches Present in Facility) is a critical violation. Live cockroaches observed in food or non-food areas of establishment. DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.