Starbucks
1488 3 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10028
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Mar 20, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Mar 20, 2025
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalA 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 kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Mar 19, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Mar 23, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 7 (1 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×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 11 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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