Cafe Buunni

213 Pinehurst Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10033

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Cafe Buunni has been inspected three times since 2022. On Apr 15, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Cafe Buunni is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial 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

Oct 24, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

May 6, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Personal cleanliness inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.

06A

Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.

06F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Buunni last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Buunni on file is from Apr 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Cafe Buunni compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Cafe Buunni's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe Buunni 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 Cafe Buunni inspected?

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

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