Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
November 25, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Whiskey Tavern currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 25, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 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
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
November 25, 2025
- Date
- November 25, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Nov 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 1, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Whiskey Tavern has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and November 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its November 2024 score of 5.
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.
Whiskey Tavern's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whiskey Tavern's current NYC health grade?
Whiskey Tavern currently has a A grade.
When was Whiskey Tavern last inspected?
Whiskey Tavern was last inspected on November 25, 2025.
What was Whiskey Tavern's latest inspection score?
Whiskey Tavern's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Whiskey Tavern have in its latest inspection?
Whiskey Tavern had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Whiskey Tavern located?
Whiskey Tavern is located at 79 Baxter Street in Manhattan, NY 10013.
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: 41352188
Last updated: June 26, 2026