Cafe New
66 WEST 12 STREET, Manhattan, 10011
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (4 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Mar 30, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 30, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Sep 19, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 |
| Apr 14, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 19 rodent inspections on record, 4 finding rat activity.
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