Flowers On The Park Cafe
520 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan, 10024
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (10 days ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 31, 2026
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
CriticalA paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | Grade A | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Jun 5, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Mar 5, 2025 | Grade C | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Jan 29, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
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×A problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 20 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
- 4 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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