Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar

679 Riverside Drive, Manhattan, NY 10031

American

Last inspected: Jul 2, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar, the earliest from 2021. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 2, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor”, showing up two times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 2, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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.

10B

Mar 12, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

May 18, 2022

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Appropriately scaled metal stem-type thermometer or thermocouple not provided or used to evaluate temperatures of potentially hazardous foods during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.

04J

Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.

05D

The original nutritional fact labels and/or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16B

Thawing procedures improper.

09B

Nov 26, 2021

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

No facilities available to wash, rinse and sanitize utensils and/or equipment.

05H

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

The original nutritional fact labels and/or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar on file is from Jul 2, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar.

How does Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Barn Burner Grill/ Snack Bar is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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