BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR in Washington Heights (South)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jun 3, 2025
📍 499 WEST 158 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10032 ·
🍽️ Caribbean
Overview
Blue Mountain Heights Cafe & Bar in Washington Heights holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 12 points on its most recent inspection. Across 6 inspections since 2023, the restaurant has received Grade A on 3 occasions with no emergency closures on record.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
3
Grade A Inspections
BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR in Washington Heights (South): Full Inspection History (6 records)
GRADE A
Jun 3, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
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.
Food contact surface n...
GRADE A
Feb 20, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 13
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.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and fo...
Oct 8, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 18
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable materia...
GRADE A
Apr 6, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled a...
Apr 6, 2023
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Violations:
20-04
Apr 6, 2023
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Violations:
16-02
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BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR in Washington Heights (South): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR last inspected?
- BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR was last inspected on June 3, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 12 points.
- What is BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR's current health grade?
- BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR had?
- BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR has 6 health inspections on record from April 2023 through June 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR?
- The worst inspection score recorded at BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR was 18 points on October 8, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR ever received a Grade C?
- No. BLUE MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CAFE & BAR has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.