Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
June 26, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 4
Banter currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 26, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 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
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
June 26, 2025
- Date
- June 26, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 26, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 12, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Banter has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2025 and March 2024. Its latest score was 10, lower than its March 2024 score of 12.
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.
Banter's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banter's current NYC health grade?
Banter currently has a A grade.
When was Banter last inspected?
Banter was last inspected on June 26, 2025.
What was Banter's latest inspection score?
Banter's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Banter have in its latest inspection?
Banter had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Banter located?
Banter is located at 169 Sullivan Street in Manhattan, NY 10012.
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: 50058924
Last updated: June 26, 2026