Bear Donut

40 West 31 Street, Manhattan, NY 10001
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: May 5, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited Bear Donut five times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from May 5, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, which has been cited four times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Bear Donut's 61 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

5
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 5, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
Mar 9, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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 or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
67
Nov 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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.
10F
78
Jun 20, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Apr 19, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bear Donut last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bear Donut on file is from May 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bear Donut?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Bear Donut.

How does Bear Donut compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Bear Donut most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Bear Donut's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bear Donut have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Bear Donut 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 Bear Donut inspected?

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