Budapest Cafe

1631 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10028

Eastern European

Last inspected: Jan 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records currently show only two inspections for Budapest Cafe. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 30, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: 10 violations last time, two this time.

Food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 30, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.

10D

Jul 29, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

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

06D

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

10D

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Budapest Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Budapest Cafe on file is from Jan 30, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Budapest Cafe?

Across the inspection record, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Budapest Cafe.

How does Budapest Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Budapest Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Budapest Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Budapest Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about 10 previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Budapest 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.

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