Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
August 30, 2023
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 3
bar56 currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 30, 2023 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
August 30, 2023
- Date
- August 30, 2023
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Aug 30, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
bar56 received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in August 2023 with a score of 11.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
bar56's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is bar56's current NYC health grade?
bar56 currently has a A grade.
When was bar56 last inspected?
bar56 was last inspected on August 30, 2023.
What was bar56's latest inspection score?
bar56's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did bar56 have in its latest inspection?
bar56 had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is bar56 located?
bar56 is located at 53 Water Street in Brooklyn, NY 11201.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50139425
Last updated: July 3, 2026