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This app checks New York City restaurant inspection records, including health grades, rodent sightings, and closure history. It provides a proprietary 'Dog Score' for food safety and allows for side-by-side comparisons of establishments.
✓Restaurant inspection records
✓Health letter grades
✓Rodent and pest sightings
✓Closure history
✓Proprietary 'Dog Score'
✓Side-by-side restaurant comparison
✓Leaderboards for cleanliness
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What's New in NYC Sniffer
1.0.2
August 14, 2026
Shared reports now open straight into the app. Tap "Open in app" on a shared restaurant page and land right on that report.
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FAQ
What is the NYC Sniffer Dog Score?
The Dog Score is a proprietary rating from 0-100 that analyzes a restaurant's food safety record. It considers city inspection scores, vermin evidence, critical violations, and closures, but excludes fines or administrative issues.
Does NYC Sniffer have ads?
No, NYC Sniffer is ad-free. The app also states it does not track users or collect data, with saved spots living only on the user's phone.
How often is NYC Sniffer updated?
The app's latest version is 1.0.0, and it was last updated on August 4, 2026. The description notes that inspection data comes from official city records and may lag the city's most recent activity.
What information does NYC Sniffer provide about pests?
NYC Sniffer tallies mice, rats, roaches, and flies directly from inspection findings, including the date of the last sighting. It also highlights establishments with 'Zero rodent evidence'.
Can I compare two restaurants with NYC Sniffer?
Yes, the 'Head to Head' feature allows you to compare two restaurants side-by-side to help settle debates about where to dine.
Is NYC Sniffer available on Android?
Based on the provided data, NYC Sniffer is currently only supported on iPhone. There is no information indicating Android compatibility.
What is the age rating for NYC Sniffer?
NYC Sniffer has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for general audiences and does not contain content typically restricted for younger users.
How does NYC Sniffer get its data?
The app reads official city records for restaurant inspections via the DailyDog API (dailydog.ai). This data is then decoded into plain English for users.