Perch Bar
1693 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan, 10029
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 12, 2026
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Feb 8, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 24 rodent inspections on record, 4 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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