Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
19
Last inspection
August 21, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
17 / 2
Bbf currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 21, 2025 found 4 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 19 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 1 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.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
Non-Critical
- Thawing procedure improper.
Latest Inspection Details
August 21, 2025
- Date
- August 21, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 19
- Critical points
- 17
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 4 (3 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
8 inspections
Aug 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 31, 2025
Inspection Type: Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Apr 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 12, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Bbf's most recent graded inspection in April 2025 was a B, after a C in August 2024.
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.
Bbf's latest score: 19
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bbf's current NYC health grade?
Bbf currently has a Z grade.
When was Bbf last inspected?
Bbf was last inspected on August 21, 2025.
What was Bbf's latest inspection score?
Bbf's latest inspection score was 19 points.
How many violations did Bbf have in its latest inspection?
Bbf had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Bbf located?
Bbf is located at 177 Ludlow Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
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: 50107540
Last updated: July 3, 2026