Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
January 12, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 2
Walter's BAR currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 12, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 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
January 12, 2026
- Date
- January 12, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 1, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Walter's BAR has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and June 2024. Its latest score was 8, lower than its June 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.
Walter's BAR's latest score: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter's BAR's current NYC health grade?
Walter's BAR currently has a A grade.
When was Walter's BAR last inspected?
Walter's BAR was last inspected on January 12, 2026.
What was Walter's BAR's latest inspection score?
Walter's BAR's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Walter's BAR have in its latest inspection?
Walter's BAR had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Walter's BAR located?
Walter's BAR is located at 389 8th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10001.
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: 40392063
Last updated: June 26, 2026