New York City, NY - An inspection conducted at Bleecker Street Bar on 08/12/2025 identified food safety violations.
Situated at 648 Broadway, Manhattan, Ny in Greenwich Village, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
The inspection report documents: "02. The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in FDA Pest Control Guidelines, The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The Food Safety Modernization Act clearly states that Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments.
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 Bleecker Street Bar immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| DBA | BLEECKER STREET BAR |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Trans Fat / Re-inspection |
| CAMIS | 50135540 |
| Latitude | 40.726698742514 |
| BBL | 1005290003 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| NTA | MN23 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| BUILDING | 648 |
| Longitude | -73.99568133241 |
| Council District | 01 |
| GRADE DATE | 08/12/2025 |
| SCORE | 24 |
| ZIPCODE | 10012 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/12/2025 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | American |
| PHONE | 2124666482 |
| STREET | BROADWAY |
| GRADE | Z |
| Census Tract | 005502 |
| BIN | 1008419 |
| Community Board | 102 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 08A; 10G; 04N; 06C; 04L; 09C; 16-02 |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 10G: Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware; including dishes; utensils; and equipment deficient. || 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. || 06C: Food; supplies; or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage; preparation; transportation; display; service or from customer’s refillable; reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. || 04L: Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. || 09C: Design; construction; materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable; sanitized and maintained. || 16-02: The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil; shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk; or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site. |
This inspection was conducted on August 12, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 10G: Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient. | 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. | 06C: Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. | 04L: Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. | 09C: Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained. | 16-02: The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site..
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.
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 .
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.
