The Mercury Lounge Health Inspection Grade
American · 217 East Houston Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
November 6, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
The Mercury Lounge currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 6, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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
November 6, 2025
- Date
- November 6, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Nov 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Mercury Lounge has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and May 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its May 2024 score of 7.
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.
The Mercury Lounge's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mercury Lounge's current NYC health grade?
The Mercury Lounge currently has a A grade.
When was The Mercury Lounge last inspected?
The Mercury Lounge was last inspected on November 6, 2025.
What was The Mercury Lounge's latest inspection score?
The Mercury Lounge's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did The Mercury Lounge have in its latest inspection?
The Mercury Lounge had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is The Mercury Lounge located?
The Mercury Lounge is located at 217 East Houston Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
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: 40397700
Last updated: June 26, 2026