Wall and Water Lounge in Financial District Fails Health Inspection

WALL AND WATER LOUNGE restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - A health department inspection at Wall and Water Lounge on 07/23/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.

Located in the heart of Financial District, Wall and Water Lounge operates from a prominent location at 75 Wall Street Manhattan Ny, making it easily accessible to area customers.

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Inspectors documented: "10f. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.

The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.

Food safety experts emphasize that consistent sanitation practices prevent the accumulation of harmful bacteria Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The Food Safety Modernization Act provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.

Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Wall and Water Lounge immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.

Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

DBA WALL AND WATER LOUNGE
VIOLATION CODE 10F
CAMIS 50143077
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
VIOLATION DESCRIPTION Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material; not kept clean; or not properly sealed; raised; spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides; above and underneath the unit.
BORO Manhattan
NTA MN25
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Council District 01
PHONE 2125901234
SCORE 5
INSPECTION DATE 07/23/2025
STREET WALL STREET
Latitude 40.705478749301
CRITICAL FLAG Not Critical
CUISINE DESCRIPTION American
BBL 1000317501
BUILDING 75
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Community Board 101
Longitude -74.007873549509
GRADE A
GRADE DATE 07/23/2025
ZIPCODE 10005
BIN 1085950
Census Tract 000700

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on July 23, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit..

Why are these violations concerning?

Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .

Federal Health Guidelines

Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:

Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.