Black Fox Coffee
550 MADISON AVENUE, Manhattan, 10022
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (4 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 9, 2026
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
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.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 9, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Nov 20, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Aug 21, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 3 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 3 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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