Caffe Bacio
1223 3 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10021
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (6 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jan 23, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jan 23, 2026
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
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.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Nov 25, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Aug 14, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Nov 1, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 11 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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