The Junction

329 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016
American
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2022, The Junction has four inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 1, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source”, which has been cited two times.

The Junction's latest score of 64 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
64
May 8, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
95
May 16, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.
28-03
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
55
Apr 19, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Junction last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Junction on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Junction?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Junction.

How does The Junction compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The Junction most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The Junction's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Junction have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Junction 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 The Junction inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Junction is inspected roughly once per year on average.