New York City, NY - Health department officials identified compliance problems at Honeybee Bakery during an inspection on 08/04/2025.
The dining establishment functions from 1355 East Gun Hill Road in Baychester, a well-trafficked section of New York City recognized for its restaurant culture.
Health department documentation states: "10f. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The FDA Sanitation Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
These types of violations require attention to maintain compliance standards for the establishment and its customers. Health officials note that addressing such conditions helps maintain public confidence in food service establishments.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in New York City's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.
| ACTION | Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed. |
| Census Tract | 036400 |
| NTA | BX03 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Bakery Products/Desserts |
| DBA | HONEYBEE BAKERY |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Bronx |
| SCORE | 60 |
| BIN | 2061691 |
| BBL | 2047590042 |
| Longitude | -73.846547537318 |
| PHONE | 8457628359 |
| STREET | EAST GUN HILL ROAD |
| BUILDING | 1355 |
| Council District | 12 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| ZIPCODE | 10469 |
| CAMIS | 50083192 |
| Latitude | 40.870629782476 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/18/2025 |
| Community Board | 212 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 04N; 02G; 08A; 05F; 04A |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies; blow flies; bottle flies; flesh flies; drain flies; Phorid flies and fruit flies. || 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 05F: Insufficient or no hot holding; cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures || 04A: Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. |
This inspection was conducted on August 4, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. | 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 05F: Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures | 04A: Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
