The Little Beet

1291 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10021
American
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at The Little Beet stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 19, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from three violations to two.

Looking across the full record, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; The Little Beet is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
82
Oct 7, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
78
Jun 26, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Little Beet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Little Beet on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Little Beet?

Across the inspection record, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Little Beet.

How does The Little Beet compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The Little Beet most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The Little Beet's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Little Beet 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 The Little Beet 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 The Little Beet inspected?

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