Le Pain Quotidien Restaurant Inspections in NYC

26 NYC locations · 96 inspections on record

Overview

Le Pain Quotidien operates 26 locations across NYC and maintains a Grade A rate of 88.46% across 96 inspections, with an average score of 16.2 points. The chain has experienced 2 emergency closures since records began, with the majority of its locations concentrated in Manhattan. Most violations cited involve 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..

26
NYC Locations
88.46%
Grade A Rate
16.2
Avg Inspection Score
2
Total Closures

Le Pain Quotidien Locations by Borough

  • Manhattan26 locations

Most Common Violations at Le Pain Quotidien

  1. 1Non-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.
  2. 2Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
  3. 3Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
  4. 4Anti-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.
  5. 5Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

Recent Closures at Le Pain Quotidien

  • Le Pain Quotidien Closed

    1800 Broadway, Manhattan · May 21, 2026

  • Le Pain Quotidien Closed

    2098 Broadway, Manhattan · Jul 20, 2023

Le Pain Quotidien Locations in NYC

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Le Pain Quotidien: Frequently Asked Questions

How many Le Pain Quotidien locations are in NYC?

Le Pain Quotidien has 26 locations in New York City, with a total of 96 health inspections on record.

What health grade do Le Pain Quotidien restaurants typically receive?

88.46% of Le Pain Quotidien inspections result in Grade A, which is above the NYC restaurant average of approximately 77%.

What is the average inspection score at Le Pain Quotidien in NYC?

The average NYC health inspection score for Le Pain Quotidien is 16.2 points. Scores of 0-13 earn Grade A; 14-27 earn Grade B; 28+ earn Grade C.

Has any Le Pain Quotidien location been closed by NYC Health?

Yes. Le Pain Quotidien locations have been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times in total. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions posing an immediate public health hazard.

What violations are most common at Le Pain Quotidien restaurants?

The most frequently cited violations at Le Pain Quotidien NYC locations include: 10F: 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.; 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.; 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred..