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Buttercup Bakeshop

973 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Buttercup Bakeshop has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 5, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

4
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.
04E
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Jul 1, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
95
Nov 13, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-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
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
Jun 4, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
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
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Buttercup Bakeshop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Buttercup Bakeshop on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Buttercup Bakeshop?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Buttercup Bakeshop.

How does Buttercup Bakeshop compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Buttercup Bakeshop most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Buttercup Bakeshop's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Buttercup Bakeshop have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around six more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Buttercup Bakeshop means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Buttercup Bakeshop inspected?

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

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