Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
April 30, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 6
Hardware BAR currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 30, 2026 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 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
- Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
- 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
April 30, 2026
- Date
- April 30, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Apr 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 17, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hardware BAR has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and July 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its July 2024 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.
Hardware BAR's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardware BAR's current NYC health grade?
Hardware BAR currently has a A grade.
When was Hardware BAR last inspected?
Hardware BAR was last inspected on April 30, 2026.
What was Hardware BAR's latest inspection score?
Hardware BAR's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Hardware BAR have in its latest inspection?
Hardware BAR had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Hardware BAR located?
Hardware BAR is located at 697 10th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10036.
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: 41697373
Last updated: June 26, 2026