THE LIBRARY in East Village
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026
📍 7 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY 10009 ·
🍽️ Bottled Beverages
Overview
The Library in the East Village holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 13 points on its most recent inspection. Across 4 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has received Grade A on 2 occasions and has no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
3
Grade A Inspections
THE LIBRARY in East Village: Full Inspection History (5 records)
GRADE A
Apr 16, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 11
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.
Violations:
10B
Sep 16, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
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...
Apr 3, 2024
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Smoking or electronic cigarette use allowed in prohibited area
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or ...
GRADE A
Apr 3, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
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.
Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using...
GRADE A
Oct 18, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 8
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, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility...
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THE LIBRARY in East Village: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was THE LIBRARY last inspected?
- THE LIBRARY was last inspected on April 16, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 11 points.
- What is THE LIBRARY's current health grade?
- THE LIBRARY currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has THE LIBRARY had?
- THE LIBRARY has 5 health inspections on record from October 2022 through April 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at THE LIBRARY?
- The worst inspection score recorded at THE LIBRARY was 31 points on September 16, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has THE LIBRARY ever received a Grade C?
- No. THE LIBRARY has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.