Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
October 1, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Lit. Bookbar currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 1, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
Latest Inspection Details
October 1, 2025
- Date
- October 1, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Oct 1, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Lit. Bookbar has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and December 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its December 2023 score of 9.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Lit. Bookbar's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lit. Bookbar's current NYC health grade?
Lit. Bookbar currently has a A grade.
When was Lit. Bookbar last inspected?
Lit. Bookbar was last inspected on October 1, 2025.
What was Lit. Bookbar's latest inspection score?
Lit. Bookbar's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Lit. Bookbar have in its latest inspection?
Lit. Bookbar had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Lit. Bookbar located?
Lit. Bookbar is located at 131 Alexander Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10454.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50105792
Last updated: June 26, 2026