Bibliotheque

54 Mercer Street, Manhattan, NY 10013

American

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records currently show only two inspections for Bibliotheque. On Mar 31, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Bibliotheque is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

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

Dec 9, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

06D

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

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.

06C

The original nutrition fact labels 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.

16-02

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bibliotheque last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bibliotheque on file is from Mar 31, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Bibliotheque compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Bibliotheque most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Bibliotheque's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bibliotheque have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bibliotheque means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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