Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel)

59 West 44 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036

American

Last inspected: May 23, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) three times, with records going back to 2022. Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) was last inspected on May 23, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits.

When inspectors have written things up, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average is 77, putting Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 23, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

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

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

09E

Dec 12, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

06D

10F

Jul 6, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Current valid permit, registration or other authorization to operate a food service establishment (fse) or non-retail food processing establishment (nrfp) not available.

18-01

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

06D

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

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

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

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) on file is from May 23, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel)?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel).

How does Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) 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 Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blue Bar Lobby (Algonquin Hotel) is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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