MERMAID OYSTER BAR in Midtown Times Square
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026
📍 127 WEST 43 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10036 ·
🍽️ Seafood
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🚇 Times Square-42nd Street, Grand Central-42nd Street, Herald Square-34th Street
Overview
Mermaid Oyster Bar Times Square in Midtown Manhattan holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 9 points on its most recent inspection. The seafood restaurant has received Grade A on both of its 2 inspections since 2023, with no emergency closures on record.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
MERMAID OYSTER BAR in Midtown Times Square: Full Inspection History (4 records)
Jul 21, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
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.
Violations:
02G
GRADE A
Oct 23, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Sep 9, 2024
— Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
GRADE A
Apr 5, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 5
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Violations:
10G
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MERMAID OYSTER BAR in Midtown Times Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was MERMAID OYSTER BAR last inspected?
- MERMAID OYSTER BAR was last inspected on July 21, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 19 points.
- What is MERMAID OYSTER BAR's current health grade?
- MERMAID OYSTER BAR currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has MERMAID OYSTER BAR had?
- MERMAID OYSTER BAR has 4 health inspections on record from April 2023 through July 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at MERMAID OYSTER BAR?
- The worst inspection score recorded at MERMAID OYSTER BAR was 19 points on July 21, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has MERMAID OYSTER BAR ever received a Grade C?
- No. MERMAID OYSTER BAR has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.