Lox Restaurant

36 Battery Place, Manhattan, NY 10280
Jewish / Kosher
Last inspected: May 6, 2026
52
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited Lox Restaurant three times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated May 6, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

“Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Lox Restaurant's latest score of 52 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

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Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 6, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 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
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
52
Jun 27, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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
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
74
Sep 1, 2023
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lox Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lox Restaurant on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lox Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lox Restaurant.

How does Lox Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Lox Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Lox Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Lox Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Lox Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Lox Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lox Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.