Cafe De Novo

94 1/2 Greenwich Street, Manhattan, NY 10006
American
Last inspected: Nov 15, 2024
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, Cafe De Novo has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Nov 15, 2024. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

“Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Cafe De Novo's latest score of 95 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 15, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
95
Jun 6, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
74
Feb 3, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
74
Jan 25, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. prohibited chemical used/stored. open bait station used.
08C
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe De Novo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe De Novo on file is from Nov 15, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe De Novo?

Across the inspection record, “pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cafe De Novo.

How does Cafe De Novo compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Cafe De Novo most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Cafe De Novo's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cafe De Novo have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe De Novo 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 De Novo inspected?

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