Manhattan, NY — Tuti Bar & Lounge (Marmar Park Ave), located at 114 East 32nd Street in Manhattan, received a score of 32 following a health inspection conducted April 6, 2026, by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). The score places the establishment in the Grade C range. Inspection data was released publicly by DOHMH on April 8, 2026.

What Inspectors Found

Inspectors documented two non-critical violations during the April visit. While neither was classified as critical, both carry implications for food safety and sanitary conditions under applicable regulations.

The first violation, Code 08A, cited the establishment as not being free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects, or other pests. This type of finding indicates that physical conditions within or around the premises — such as gaps in walls, improperly stored materials, or debris accumulation — were identified as capable of attracting or sheltering pests.

The second violation, Code 10G, noted deficiencies in dishwashing and warewashing procedures. Specifically, inspectors found that the cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment, did not meet required standards. Proper warewashing is a foundational element of food service sanitation, as inadequate sanitizing can allow pathogens to persist on surfaces that come into direct contact with food and beverages.

No critical violations were recorded during this inspection cycle.

Food Safety Context

Under NYC Health Code Article 81, all permitted food service establishments in New York City are subject to unannounced inspections carried out by DOHMH. Inspectors evaluate compliance across a range of categories, including food handling, temperature controls, facility maintenance, pest prevention, and equipment sanitation.

The FDA Food Code, which informs many of New York City's local regulations, identifies pest harborage and improper equipment sanitation as conditions that can contribute to foodborne illness risk if left unaddressed. Code 08A violations, while non-critical, are commonly cited as precursors to more serious pest-related findings if corrective action is not taken promptly. Code 10G violations relate directly to the sanitation of surfaces that contact food and drink, making compliance particularly important in bar and lounge settings where glassware and utensils cycle frequently.

Establishments receiving a Grade C are required to post that grade prominently and may request a re-inspection or hearing through DOHMH's adjudication process.

Inspection History

The April 2026 result is not the first time this location has received an elevated score. A review of the establishment's DOHMH inspection record shows a variable history over recent years:

  • April 6, 2026: Score 32 (Grade C)
  • April 30, 2026: Score 18 (Grade Z)
  • January 17, 2025: Score 13 (Grade A)
  • May 8, 2024: Score 34 (Grade C)
  • December 5, 2023: Score 23
  • July 7, 2022: Score 7 (Grade A)

The establishment has previously achieved Grade A scores, including a 13 in January 2025 and a 7 in July 2022. However, it also recorded a Grade C score of 34 in May 2024, indicating a recurring pattern of elevated scores in alternating inspection cycles. The April 30, 2026 entry reflects a subsequent inspection with a score of 18, recorded as Grade Z, which is typically assigned when a grade is pending adjudication or re-inspection.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

DOHMH assigns letter grades based on the total point score accumulated during an inspection. The grading scale is as follows:

  • A: 0 to 13 points (lowest violation score)
  • B: 14 to 27 points
  • C: 28 points or more (highest violation score)

Each violation is assigned a point value based on its severity and public health risk. Scores accumulate across all violations cited during a single inspection. Establishments have the right to a re-inspection before a grade is finalized, and grades must be displayed in a location visible to the public.

Consumers can look up the full inspection history for any permitted food service establishment in New York City through the DOHMH online restaurant inspection database. The inspection record for Tuti Bar & Lounge (Marmar Park Ave) is publicly available at the DOHMH website under the establishment's permit number at 114 East 32nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10016.

More About This Restaurant

View the full inspection history for Tuti Bar & Lounge (Marmar Park Ave) including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.