Butterfield Market Cafe
29-17 40 AVENUE, Queens, 11101
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (9 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Oct 24, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Oct 24, 2025
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
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