IL PICCOLO BUFALO

GRADE Z

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Overview

IL PICCOLO BUFALO in SoHo Little Italy Hudson Square underwent a NYC health inspection on April 30, 2026 and scored 40 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
141 MULBERRY STREET
Manhattan, NY 10013
Cuisine
Italian
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
9 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 09A

NYC Health Code Violation 09A

Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 09A to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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IL PICCOLO BUFALO — Inspection Questions

Did IL PICCOLO BUFALO pass their NYC health inspection on April 30, 2026?
IL PICCOLO BUFALO underwent inspection on April 30, 2026 with a score of 40 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did IL PICCOLO BUFALO have?
IL PICCOLO BUFALO 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 09A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 09A (NYC Health Code Violation 09A) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 09A to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.