Book Club BAR Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 197 East 3rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10009
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
December 31, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
Book Club BAR currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 31, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- 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
December 31, 2025
- Date
- December 31, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Dec 31, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 19, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Book Club BAR has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and August 2024. Its latest score was 7, lower than its August 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.
Book Club BAR's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Book Club BAR's current NYC health grade?
Book Club BAR currently has a A grade.
When was Book Club BAR last inspected?
Book Club BAR was last inspected on December 31, 2025.
What was Book Club BAR's latest inspection score?
Book Club BAR's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did Book Club BAR have in its latest inspection?
Book Club BAR had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Book Club BAR located?
Book Club BAR is located at 197 East 3rd Street in Manhattan, NY 10009.
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: 50099701
Last updated: June 26, 2026