Pocket Bar 57

469 West 57 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
American
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Pocket Bar 57 stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 23, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
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Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
95
Dec 26, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
90
Aug 8, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
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No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
86
Apr 30, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
“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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pocket Bar 57 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pocket Bar 57 on file is from Apr 23, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pocket Bar 57?

Across the inspection record, “current letter grade or grade pending card not posted” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pocket Bar 57.

How does Pocket Bar 57 compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Pocket Bar 57 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Pocket Bar 57's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pocket Bar 57 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pocket Bar 57 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.