Picky Barista
245 WEST 72 STREET, Manhattan, 10023
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (7 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jan 8, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jan 8, 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.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Nov 28, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| Aug 13, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Mar 6, 2024 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 15 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
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