PITUSA BAKERY

GRADE A

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Overview

PITUSA BAKERY in Melrose received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on May 5, 2026, scoring 12 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
831 EAST 149 STREET
Bronx, NY 10455
Cuisine
Bakery Products/Desserts
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
9 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04D

NYC Health Code Violation 04D

Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; Worker fails to refrain from smoking or being fully clothed in clean outer garments.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 04D 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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PITUSA BAKERY — Inspection Questions

Did PITUSA BAKERY pass their NYC health inspection on May 5, 2026?
PITUSA BAKERY passed with an A grade on May 5, 2026 with a score of 12 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did PITUSA BAKERY have?
PITUSA BAKERY 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 04D mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04D (NYC Health Code Violation 04D) 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 04D to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.