North Star Cafe

850 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460
American
Last inspected: Jul 16, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Across the available record, North Star Cafe has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Jul 16, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

“Food contact surface not properly washed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Bronx restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 16, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
May 16, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
61
Feb 2, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
78
Oct 6, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was North Star Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at North Star Cafe on file is from Jul 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at North Star Cafe?

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

How does North Star Cafe compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

North Star Cafe most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has North Star Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at North Star Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at North Star Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is North Star Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, North Star Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.