Blue Bottle Coffee
60 EAST 42 STREET, Manhattan, 10165
Should you eat here?
Looks good — Grade A at the latest inspection (4 weeks ago), with no critical violations at that inspection.
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 7, 2026
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Dec 6, 2024 | Grade C | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Aug 16, 2024 | Grade Pending | 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.
- 2×A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 4 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
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