Whiskey Tavern

79 Baxter Street, Manhattan, NY 10013
American
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Whiskey Tavern appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. Whiskey Tavern was last inspected on Nov 25, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Manhattan restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
78
Nov 6, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
86
May 1, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Whiskey Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Whiskey Tavern on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Whiskey Tavern?

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

How does Whiskey Tavern compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Whiskey Tavern most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Whiskey Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Whiskey Tavern have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Whiskey Tavern 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 Whiskey Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Whiskey Tavern is inspected roughly once per year on average.