BOMBAY CHOWK in Upper East Side Lenox Hill Roosevelt Island
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Apr 10, 2025
📍 1378 1 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10021 ·
🍽️ Indian
Overview
Bombay Chowk on the Upper East Side holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 12 points on its most recent inspection in 2025. However, the restaurant has been subject to 2 emergency closures since 2023, despite earning Grade A on 1 of its 4 total inspections during this period.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
1
Grade A Inspection
BOMBAY CHOWK in Upper East Side Lenox Hill Roosevelt Island: Emergency Closures (2)
BOMBAY CHOWK in Upper East Side Lenox Hill Roosevelt Island: Full Inspection History (4 records)
GRADE A
Apr 10, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
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.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food ...
GRADE P
Oct 10, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 16
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Cond...
🚫 CLOSURE
Oct 4, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 70
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or withi...
🚫 CLOSURE
Oct 4, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 70
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
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 o...
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BOMBAY CHOWK in Upper East Side Lenox Hill Roosevelt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was BOMBAY CHOWK last inspected?
- BOMBAY CHOWK was last inspected on April 10, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 12 points.
- What is BOMBAY CHOWK's current health grade?
- BOMBAY CHOWK currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has BOMBAY CHOWK been closed by NYC Health?
- BOMBAY CHOWK has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has BOMBAY CHOWK had?
- BOMBAY CHOWK has 4 health inspections on record from October 2023 through April 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at BOMBAY CHOWK?
- The worst inspection score recorded at BOMBAY CHOWK was 70 points on October 4, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.