Big Bar
73 EAST 7 STREET, Manhattan, 10003
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (11 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Sep 2, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Sep 2, 2025
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
CriticalA problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Nov 19, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (3 critical) |
| Apr 11, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 32 rodent inspections on record, 4 finding rat activity.
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