Colomba Bakery
29 WAVERLY PLACE, Manhattan, 10003
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 12, 2026
A problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Jan 6, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Aug 27, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Mar 29, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×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.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 19 rodent inspections on record, 6 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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