Rowdy Rooster

149 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003

American

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 7, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with two violations after four on the prior visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been no hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room, showing up one time.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. On balance, this is a reassuring file for diners.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

Mar 18, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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

04L

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

04K

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

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rowdy Rooster last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rowdy Rooster on file is from Apr 7, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rowdy Rooster?

Across the inspection record, no hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Rowdy Rooster.

How does Rowdy Rooster compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Rowdy Rooster most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Rowdy Rooster's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Rowdy Rooster have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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