Cafe Cluny

284 West 12 Street, Manhattan, NY 10014
French
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Cafe Cluny has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 31, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Cafe Cluny is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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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
82
Apr 14, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
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
90
Dec 28, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74
Sep 27, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Cluny last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Cluny on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe Cluny?

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

How does Cafe Cluny compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Cafe Cluny's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe Cluny 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 Cluny inspected?

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