When was BARAKA BUFFET last inspected?

BARAKA BUFFET was last inspected on May 8, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 8 points.

What is BARAKA BUFFET's current health grade?

BARAKA BUFFET currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.

How many health inspections has BARAKA BUFFET had?

BARAKA BUFFET has 3 health inspections on record from May 2023 through May 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.

What was the worst inspection score at BARAKA BUFFET?

The worst inspection score recorded at BARAKA BUFFET was 32 points on September 12, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.

Has BARAKA BUFFET ever received a Grade C?

No. BARAKA BUFFET has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.

Has BARAKA BUFFET ever received a Grade B?

No. All graded inspections on record for BARAKA BUFFET resulted in Grade A.

Where is BARAKA BUFFET located?

BARAKA BUFFET is located at 2546 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, New York City (ZIP: N/A).

What type of food does BARAKA BUFFET serve?

BARAKA BUFFET is classified as a African establishment by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

BARAKA BUFFET in Manhattan

Name: BARAKA BUFFET Health Inspection Records
Creator: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
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Latest: GRADE A Last inspected May 8, 2025

📍 2546 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, Manhattan, NY · 🍽️ African

Overview

Baraka Buffet in Manhattan holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 8 points on its most recent inspection. Across 3 inspections since 2023, the restaurant has maintained Grade A consistently with no emergency closures on record.

Inspections on Record

Grade A

Current Grade

Grade A Inspections

BARAKA BUFFET in Manhattan: Full Inspection History (3 records)

GRADE A May 8, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 8

Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

Violations: 02B

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Sep 12, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 32

After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours. Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. Hot TCS food ...

Violations: 02H 04M 02B 08A 10D 04N

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GRADE A May 23, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 13

Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. 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 dispense...

Violations: 02B 06C

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BARAKA BUFFET in Manhattan: Frequently Asked Questions

When was BARAKA BUFFET last inspected?: BARAKA BUFFET was last inspected on May 8, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 8 points.
What is BARAKA BUFFET's current health grade?: BARAKA BUFFET currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many health inspections has BARAKA BUFFET had?: BARAKA BUFFET has 3 health inspections on record from May 2023 through May 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
What was the worst inspection score at BARAKA BUFFET?: The worst inspection score recorded at BARAKA BUFFET was 32 points on September 12, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has BARAKA BUFFET ever received a Grade C?: No. BARAKA BUFFET has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.