Grade BAmerican

The Lions

132 1 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10009

Should you eat here?

Grade B at the latest inspection (2 months ago).

Last inspected May 21, 2026 · New York City health department

What the inspector found on May 21, 2026

  • A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.

    Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

Inspection history

DateResultTypeViolations
May 21, 2026Grade PendingAdministrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection1
Nov 5, 2025Grade BCycle Inspection / Re-inspection4 (3 critical)
Jan 2, 2025Grade PendingCycle Inspection / Initial Inspection6 (2 critical)

Problems that keep coming back

Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.

  • 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
  • 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.

Around this address

City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.

  • 36 rodent inspections on record, 10 finding rat activity.
  • 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.

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