Plantshed Cafe
193 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10003
Should you eat here?
Looks good — Grade A at the latest inspection (10 months ago), with no critical violations at that inspection.
Last inspected Sep 22, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Sep 22, 2025
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Lighting inadequate; permanent lighting not provided in food preparation areas, ware washing areas, and storage rooms. Shatterproof bulb or shield to prevent broken glass from falling into food or onto surfaces, not installed.
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.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 |
| Apr 24, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Oct 31, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 1 |
| Jul 11, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 6 (5 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 25 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
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