Artizen

3700 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Artizen has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 2, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Artizen's 70 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 2, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

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.

06C

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Nov 22, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

Apr 29, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

7 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

No or inadequate potable water supply. water or ice not potable or from unapproved source. bottled water not ny state certified. cross connection in potable water supply system.

03E

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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.

02G

Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; worker fails to refrain from smoking or being fully clothed in clean outer garments.

04D

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.

10B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Artizen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Artizen on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Artizen compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Artizen most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Artizen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Artizen have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Artizen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Artizen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Artizen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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