A
American · Mott Haven-Port Morris
LIT. BOOKBAR health grade & inspection history
131 ALEXANDER AVENUE, Bronx, NY 10454
12 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Oct 1, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Oct 1, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Oct 1, 2025Inspection date
3Violations recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 06CCritical violation
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- 10A
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
- 10G
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Score trend
LIT. BOOKBAR inspection history
3 more inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2025 | A | 12 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Dec 14, 2023 | A | 9 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 10GRecorded in 2 inspections
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Official location
LIT. BOOKBAR on the map
Common questions
LIT. BOOKBAR inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for LIT. BOOKBAR?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Oct 1, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 12 violation points.
When was LIT. BOOKBAR last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Oct 1, 2025.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
Nearby inspection profiles
Restaurant health ratings near LIT. BOOKBAR
< 0.1 miles away
< 0.1 miles away
Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads · Mott Haven-Port Morris
SQUEEZEMEPLZ
137 ALEXANDER AVENUE, Bronx, NY 10454
< 0.1 miles away
< 0.1 miles away
< 0.1 miles away
< 0.1 miles away