Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
December 16, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 7
Liz's Book BAR currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 16, 2025 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
December 16, 2025
- Date
- December 16, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 17, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Liz's Book BAR received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in December 2025 with a score of 13.
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.
Liz's Book BAR's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liz's Book BAR's current NYC health grade?
Liz's Book BAR currently has a A grade.
When was Liz's Book BAR last inspected?
Liz's Book BAR was last inspected on December 16, 2025.
What was Liz's Book BAR's latest inspection score?
Liz's Book BAR's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Liz's Book BAR have in its latest inspection?
Liz's Book BAR had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Liz's Book BAR located?
Liz's Book BAR is located at 315 Smith Street in Brooklyn, NY 11231.
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: 50152627
Last updated: July 3, 2026