Broadway Deli & Cafe

515 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036
American
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Broadway Deli & Cafe three times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 18, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Broadway Deli & Cafe is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / 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
Jul 25, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
90
Jun 6, 2023
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
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
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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Broadway Deli & Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Broadway Deli & Cafe on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Broadway Deli & Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Broadway Deli & Cafe.

How does Broadway Deli & Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Broadway Deli & Cafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Broadway Deli & Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Broadway Deli & Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Broadway Deli & 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 Broadway Deli & Cafe inspected?

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