West Bank Cafe Health Inspection Grade
American · 407 West 42nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10036
Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
39
Last inspection
November 24, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
31 / 8
West Bank Cafe currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 24, 2025 found 7 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 39 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- 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
November 24, 2025
- Date
- November 24, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 39
- Critical points
- 31
- Non-critical points
- 8
- Violations
- 7 (4 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Nov 24, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
West Bank Cafe does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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.
West Bank Cafe's latest score: 39
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Bank Cafe's current NYC health grade?
West Bank Cafe currently has a N grade.
When was West Bank Cafe last inspected?
West Bank Cafe was last inspected on November 24, 2025.
What was West Bank Cafe's latest inspection score?
West Bank Cafe's latest inspection score was 39 points.
How many violations did West Bank Cafe have in its latest inspection?
West Bank Cafe had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is West Bank Cafe located?
West Bank Cafe is located at 407 West 42nd Street in Manhattan, NY 10036.
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: 50163526
Last updated: July 3, 2026