BUTTERCUP BAKE SHOP

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Thursday, January 16, 2025

Overview

BUTTERCUP BAKE SHOP was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on January 16, 2025 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
167 MADISON AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10016
Cuisine
Bakery Products/Desserts
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
10 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04L

Evidence of Mice Present in Facility

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

⚠️ Why This Matters

WIDESPREAD CONTAMINATION: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily, each containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. One mouse contaminates 10x more food than it eats through droppings and urine. Mouse allergens trigger asthma. Can infest entire facility in weeks.

📋 Code Requirements

Eliminate immediately: Clean all droppings with bleach solution, Seal ALL holes over 1/4 inch, Remove nesting materials, Professional treatment if >10 droppings found, Discard contaminated foods, Install traps/bait stations, Deep clean entire facility.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
Inspector's Action:

Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.

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BUTTERCUP BAKE SHOP — Inspection Questions

Did BUTTERCUP BAKE SHOP pass their NYC health inspection on January 16, 2025?
BUTTERCUP BAKE SHOP was closed by the health department on January 16, 2025 with a score of 58 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did BUTTERCUP BAKE SHOP have?
BUTTERCUP BAKE SHOP had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 04L mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04L (Evidence of Mice Present in Facility) is a critical violation. Mouse droppings, gnaw marks, nesting materials, or live mice observed. WIDESPREAD CONTAMINATION: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily, each containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. One mouse contaminates 10x more food than it eats through droppings and urine. Mouse allergens trigger asthma. Can infest entire facility in weeks.