Bird & Branch

25 11 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10011
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Bird & Branch appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: three violations versus two before.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, which has been cited two times.

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

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
86
Dec 3, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
78
Jun 27, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bird & Branch last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bird & Branch on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bird & Branch?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bird & Branch.

How does Bird & Branch compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Bird & Branch most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Bird & Branch's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Bird & Branch have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around three more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bird & Branch 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 Bird & Branch inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bird & Branch is inspected roughly once per year on average.