Black Star Bakery & Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 1597 York Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10028
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
4
Last inspection
April 10, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 4
Black Star Bakery & Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 10, 2025 found 2 violations, for a total score of 4 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 2 non-critical
Non-Critical
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
Latest Inspection Details
April 10, 2025
- Date
- April 10, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 4
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 2 (0 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 17, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 27, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Black Star Bakery & Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2025 and June 2024. Its latest score was 4, lower than its June 2024 score of 13.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Black Star Bakery & Cafe's latest score: 4
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Star Bakery & Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Black Star Bakery & Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Black Star Bakery & Cafe last inspected?
Black Star Bakery & Cafe was last inspected on April 10, 2025.
What was Black Star Bakery & Cafe's latest inspection score?
Black Star Bakery & Cafe's latest inspection score was 4 points.
How many violations did Black Star Bakery & Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Black Star Bakery & Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Black Star Bakery & Cafe located?
Black Star Bakery & Cafe is located at 1597 York Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10028.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50089403
Last updated: June 26, 2026