ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was The Bay Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Mar 9, 2026. The result listed by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene was “Violations cited”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Mar 9, 2026 to Mar 9, 2026.
Has The Bay Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 9, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Mar 9, 2026
Violations cited
1 recorded violation
minorCode 18-11Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Food Protection Certificate not available for inspection
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
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.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.