For those following the developments around Patis Bakery, this update aims to clarify the current status of their kosher certification. Elan Kornblum of GKR provided insights from Patis’s new ownership regarding recent changes in their certification process, assuring that the stores are still maintaining kosher standards.
Updates in Certification
Over the past year, Patis operated under a dual certification system, recognized by both the OU and Rabbi Yechiel Babad of Tartikov. However, the new ownership has decided that retaining both certifications is unnecessary. As a result, they have amicably severed ties with the OU, which means OU is no longer certifying the retail outlets.
Nevertheless, the OU has not completely removed itself from the equation. It continues to oversee the Patis commissary located in Passaic, NJ, in conjunction with Tartikov supervision.
Current Certifications
Looking ahead, the primary kosher certification for Patis locations is now under the supervision of the Tartikov Rav (Rabbi Yechiel Babad). There are a couple of additional certifications based on specific locations:
- The 5 Towns location is certified by the Vaad of the Five Towns.
- The Teaneck location will retain certification from the RCBC.
All locations adhere to cholov yisroel standards, and all flour used is Yoshon. Read about the hashgacha certificate here.
Patis Bakery Locations Overview
As reported by Elan Kornblum, the following Patis Bakery locations are now operating under the Tartikov Rav certification, along with local variations where applicable:
- 676 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025 (Upper West Side)
- 1311 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10128 (Upper East Side)
- 266 Kingston Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11213 (Crown Heights)
- 1716 Avenue M, Brooklyn, NY 11230 (Flatbush)
- 439 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ 07666
The situation surrounding Patis remains dynamic as the bakery navigates its bankruptcy proceedings, and further updates are anticipated.
It’s important to note that the location at 160 Broadway in the Financial District is no longer part of the active certification roster. As previously indicated, this location has closed, and the potential for future reopening is still unclear.
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