Perfect Picnic

405 Central Park West, Manhattan, NY 10025

American

Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Perfect Picnic three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Feb 27, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Perfect Picnic scores about where you'd expect for a Manhattan restaurant. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 27, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

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

06F

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

Dec 3, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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

04L

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

08A

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Jun 2, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Perfect Picnic last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Perfect Picnic on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Perfect Picnic compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Perfect Picnic most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Perfect Picnic's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Perfect Picnic have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Perfect Picnic means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Perfect Picnic inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Perfect Picnic is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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