West Bank Cafe

407 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036
American
Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025
47
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

West Bank Cafe has a thin inspection record, with only one visit on file so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 24, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which West Bank Cafe's 47 doesn't quite reach.

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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 24, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
47

Frequently Asked Questions

When was West Bank Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at West Bank Cafe on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does West Bank Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

West Bank Cafe most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at West Bank Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.