Le Poisson Rouge (lpr)
158 BLEECKER STREET, Manhattan, 10012
Should you eat here?
Caution — a pest-related violation was found at the latest inspection (8 months ago).
Last inspected Nov 21, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Nov 21, 2025
Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Feb 1, 2025 | Grade Pending | Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection | 1 |
| Dec 3, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Apr 21, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 26 rodent inspections on record, 10 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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