Belaire Cafe

525 East 71 Street, Manhattan, NY 10021

American

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Belaire Cafe appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 28, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with two violations after three on the prior visit.

Across the inspection history, design, construction, materials used or maintenance is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Belaire Cafe on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 28, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Oct 26, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Oct 5, 2022

Trans Fat / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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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

The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16-02

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Belaire Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Belaire Cafe on file is from Jan 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Belaire Cafe?

Across the inspection record, design, construction, materials used or maintenance has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Belaire Cafe.

How does Belaire Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Belaire Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Belaire Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Belaire Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Belaire Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Belaire Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Belaire Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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