Burp Bowl

246 East 45 Street, Manhattan, NY 10017

Chinese

Last inspected: May 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Burp Bowl has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from May 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Looking across the full record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Burp Bowl on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 4, 2026

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

Oct 14, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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

04L

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

02B

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

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.

10D

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

08A

Jul 18, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection

1 minor violation.

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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

Jul 16, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

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Food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste.

04F

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

Jun 18, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

04L

Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures

05F

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

04H

10F

Mar 25, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

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

02B

06A

Jan 30, 2024

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

06D

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

04L

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

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

08A

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burp Bowl last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Burp Bowl on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Burp Bowl?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Burp Bowl.

How does Burp Bowl compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Burp Bowl most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Burp Bowl's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burp Bowl have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Burp Bowl 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 Burp Bowl inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Burp Bowl is inspected around three times per year on average.

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