Grade AChinese

Em Star Cafe

19 DIVISION ST, Manhattan, 10002

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Jun 8, 2026 · New York City health department

Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Critical
A 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.
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

Date	Result	Type	Violations
Jun 8, 2026	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	3 (1 critical)
May 8, 2025	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection	3 (1 critical)
Mar 25, 2025	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	6 (3 critical)
Jan 9, 2024	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	4 (1 critical)

Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.

3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.

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