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Breads Bakery

530 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016
American
Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Breads Bakery four times, with records going back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 15, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at one versus four before.

The pattern that stands out is cold TCS food item held above 41 °F, which has been cited three times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Breads Bakery is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
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
86
Jun 25, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
Food adulterated or misbranded. adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away
28-05
55
Dec 26, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82
Oct 17, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Breads Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Breads Bakery on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Breads Bakery?

Across the inspection record, cold TCS food item held above 41 °F has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Breads Bakery.

How does Breads Bakery compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Breads Bakery most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Breads Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Breads Bakery have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Breads Bakery 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 Breads Bakery inspected?

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

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