Benny John's Bar and Grill

8 East 48 Street, Manhattan, NY 10017

American

Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Benny John's Bar and Grill three times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 30, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to four violations previously.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Benny John's Bar and Grill is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 30, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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.

10F

Jun 11, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

10F

Mar 1, 2023

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

06F

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

10F

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Benny John's Bar and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Benny John's Bar and Grill on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Benny John's Bar and Grill?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Benny John's Bar and Grill.

How does Benny John's Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Benny John's Bar and Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Benny John's Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Benny John's Bar and Grill have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Benny John's Bar and Grill 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 Benny John's Bar and Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Benny John's Bar and Grill is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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