Buttonwood

120 Water Street, Manhattan, NY 10005
Other
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. Buttonwood was last inspected on Jan 14, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “food contact surface not properly washed”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Buttonwood on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
86
Dec 12, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Buttonwood last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Buttonwood on file is from Jan 14, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Buttonwood?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Buttonwood.

How does Buttonwood compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Buttonwood's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Buttonwood have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Buttonwood means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.