Buvette
42 GROVE STREET, Manhattan, 10014
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 7, 2026
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.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Oct 22, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| May 31, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 35 rodent inspections on record, 6 finding rat activity.
- 10 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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