Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe

425 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10017

American

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe three times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 25, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

When inspectors have written things up, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

04H

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

Oct 8, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 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

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

06E

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

02B

10F

Apr 10, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

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10F

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe.

How does Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe 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 Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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