Umi Buffet Health Inspection Grade
Asian/asian Fusion · 3839 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
55
Last inspection
June 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
39 / 16
Umi Buffet currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 25, 2026 found 11 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 55 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 6 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- 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 dispensed directly by the vendor.
- 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.
Non-Critical
- 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 underneath the unit.
- Thawing procedure improper.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
June 25, 2026
- Date
- June 25, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 55
- Critical points
- 39
- Non-critical points
- 16
- Violations
- 11 (5 critical, 6 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
Jun 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 9, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Apr 1, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Jul 24, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 28, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Umi Buffet's most recent graded inspection in July 2025 was a C, after a B in June 2023.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Umi Buffet's latest score: 55
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Umi Buffet's current NYC health grade?
Umi Buffet does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Umi Buffet last inspected?
Umi Buffet was last inspected on June 25, 2026.
What was Umi Buffet's latest inspection score?
Umi Buffet's latest inspection score was 55 points.
How many violations did Umi Buffet have in its latest inspection?
Umi Buffet had 11 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 6 non-critical violations.
Where is Umi Buffet located?
Umi Buffet is located at 3839 Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11235.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50133159
Last updated: July 3, 2026