The Hairy Lemon

28 Avenue B, Manhattan, NY 10009
American
Last inspected: Jun 12, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at The Hairy Lemon is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 12, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 12, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
86
Jun 3, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
04C
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Hairy Lemon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Hairy Lemon on file is from Jun 12, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does The Hairy Lemon compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The Hairy Lemon most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The Hairy Lemon's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Hairy Lemon have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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