DHABA INDIAN CUISINE
GRADE ZThursday, February 26, 2026
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).