Manhattan, NY — Kailash Parbat, a kosher restaurant at 99 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, received a score of 51 on a health inspection conducted February 26, 2026, placing it well above the 28-point threshold for a Grade C rating. Inspectors documented two critical violations, including evidence of rats and improper hot food holding temperatures.

The inspection data was released by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on March 2, 2026.

What Inspectors Found

During the February 26 inspection, DOHMH inspectors identified two critical violations at the establishment:

Evidence of rats was documented in the restaurant's food or non-food areas. Under NYC Health Code Article 81, the presence of rodents or evidence of rodent activity in a food service establishment constitutes a critical public health concern. Rats can contaminate food, food preparation surfaces, and storage areas, and are associated with the transmission of multiple foodborne illnesses.

Inspectors also cited the restaurant for holding hot time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items below the required minimum of 140°F. The FDA Food Code requires that hot TCS foods — including cooked meats, rice, beans, and other potentially hazardous items — be maintained at or above 140°F to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. When these foods fall into the temperature danger zone between 41°F and 140°F, bacterial growth can accelerate rapidly, increasing the risk of foodborne illness.

No non-critical violations were recorded during this inspection cycle.

Food Safety Context

Both violations cited at Kailash Parbat fall under the critical category as defined by DOHMH inspection protocols. Critical violations are those most likely to contribute to foodborne illness and carry higher point values on the inspection scorecard.

Under NYC Health Code Article 81, food service establishments are required to maintain sanitary conditions that prevent pest harborage and ensure all food is stored, prepared, and held at safe temperatures. The FDA Food Code, which serves as the basis for many local food safety regulations, establishes 140°F as the minimum holding temperature for hot TCS foods and requires establishments to implement integrated pest management practices.

A score of 51 points reflects significant departures from these food safety standards. For context, a restaurant must score 13 points or fewer to receive a Grade A, which represents general compliance with health code requirements.

Inspection History

A review of Kailash Parbat's inspection record shows a pattern of variable scores over the past several years:

  • January 28, 2026: Score not yet available
  • February 6, 2024: Score of 29
  • April 13, 2023: Score of 44 (Grade C)
  • August 9, 2022: Score of 0

The restaurant's February 2024 inspection resulted in a score of 29, which placed it just above the Grade C threshold. The April 2023 inspection also resulted in a Grade C with a score of 44. The August 2022 inspection recorded a score of 0, indicating no violations were found at that time.

The current score of 51 represents the highest recorded score in the restaurant's recent inspection history and a notable increase from prior inspection cycles.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City assigns letter grades to restaurants based on their inspection scores. The grading system works on an inverse scale — lower scores indicate fewer violations and better compliance:

  • Grade A: 0 to 13 points — in compliance with food safety standards
  • Grade B: 14 to 27 points — moderate violations identified
  • Grade C: 28 or more points — significant violations documented

Restaurants that receive a Grade B or C on an initial inspection are entitled to a re-inspection, during which they have the opportunity to correct cited violations and potentially receive a lower score. Grades are required to be posted in a location visible to the public near the entrance of the establishment.

Consumers can look up the latest inspection results for any New York City restaurant through the DOHMH restaurant inspection database, available online. The inspection data used in this report is sourced from publicly available DOHMH records. Inspection scores reflect conditions observed at a specific point in time and may not represent current conditions at the establishment.

More About This Restaurant

View the full inspection history for Kailash Parbat including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.