Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
May 12, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 2
Perch BAR currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 12, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Non-Critical
- 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
May 12, 2026
- Date
- May 12, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
May 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Perch BAR has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and February 2024. Its latest score was 8, lower than its February 2024 score of 9.
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.
Perch BAR's latest score: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perch BAR's current NYC health grade?
Perch BAR currently has a A grade.
When was Perch BAR last inspected?
Perch BAR was last inspected on May 12, 2026.
What was Perch BAR's latest inspection score?
Perch BAR's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Perch BAR have in its latest inspection?
Perch BAR had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Perch BAR located?
Perch BAR is located at 1693 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10029.
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: 50112064
Last updated: July 3, 2026