SARAVANA BHAVAN in Gramercy
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE B
Last inspected Feb 10, 2026
📍 81 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016 ·
🍽️ Indian
Overview
Saravana Bhavan in Gramercy has been subject to 2 emergency closures by NYC DOHMH since 2022. The restaurant currently holds a Grade B, with a score of 26 points on its most recent inspection. Across 9 inspections dating back to 2022, the restaurant has received 1 Grade B and 1 Grade C, along with 7 results pending grading or not yet recorded.
9
Inspections on Record
Grade B
Current Grade
2
Closures
SARAVANA BHAVAN in Gramercy: Emergency Closures (2)
SARAVANA BHAVAN in Gramercy: Full Inspection History (9 records)
Feb 10, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations:
20-06
GRADE B
May 15, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 26
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Wiping cloths n...
Mar 5, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 40
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.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pes...
GRADE C
Sep 29, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 2
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.
Violations:
10F
Sep 27, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 15
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Live ro...
Sep 26, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 22
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed...
🚫 CLOSURE
Sep 21, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 65
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid ...
🚫 CLOSURE
Sep 21, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 65
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, i...
Nov 3, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 34
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from...
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SARAVANA BHAVAN in Gramercy: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SARAVANA BHAVAN last inspected?
- SARAVANA BHAVAN was last inspected on February 10, 2026 (Grade B).
- What is SARAVANA BHAVAN's current health grade?
- SARAVANA BHAVAN currently holds a Grade B. Grade B indicates a score of 14–27 points. The restaurant must post the B grade and schedule a re-inspection.
- How many times has SARAVANA BHAVAN been closed by NYC Health?
- SARAVANA BHAVAN 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 SARAVANA BHAVAN had?
- SARAVANA BHAVAN has 9 health inspections on record from November 2022 through February 2026. Grade B on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at SARAVANA BHAVAN?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SARAVANA BHAVAN was 65 points on September 21, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.