Bobby's Night Out in East Village Fails Health Inspection

BOBBY'S NIGHT OUT restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - Health department officials identified compliance problems at Bobby'S Night Out during an inspection on 08/05/2025.

The establishment operates from 145 Avenue C Manhattan Ny in East Village, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.

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Inspectors documented: "08a. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. (critical: not critical). 04c. Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.

Health department officials noted violations related to hand washing, which require attention for public health compliance.

Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper hand washing protocols. The Chicago Health Department Requirements clearly states that The CDC emphasizes that inadequate hand washing contributes to approximately 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks.

Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.

Pest control violations represent some of the most significant infractions in food service inspections Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The FDA Food Code Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.

The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.

Food safety experts emphasize that consistent sanitation practices prevent the accumulation of harmful bacteria Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The FDA Sanitation Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.

These compliance issues require correction to maintain proper standards for the restaurant and public health. Food safety professionals indicate that addressing non-compliance helps ensure customer safety standards.

Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.

This inspection emphasizes the fundamental necessity of strict regulatory adherence in dining establishments. Area customers have the right to access compliance documentation when selecting food service establishments.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

DBA BOBBY'S NIGHT OUT
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Census Tract 002800
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Mexican
INSPECTION DATE 08/05/2025
NTA MN28
ZIPCODE 10009
BIN 1004778
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
BORO Manhattan
Longitude -73.977920034758
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
BBL 1003920037
Council District 02
BUILDING 145
PHONE 9177975164
Community Board 103
STREET AVENUE C
CAMIS 50134013
GRADE DATE 08/05/2025
SCORE 19
Latitude 40.725373721239
GRADE Z
VIOLATION CODES 08A; 04C; 04N
ALL VIOLATIONS 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 04C: Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment. || 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies; blow flies; bottle flies; flesh flies; drain flies; Phorid flies and fruit flies.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 5, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 04C: Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment. | 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies..

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.