Sammy L Coffee
83 3 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10003
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 29, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 29, 2025
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.
CriticalRaw 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Apr 15, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Mar 28, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 7 (1 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×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 39 rodent inspections on record, 5 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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