The Scratcher Cafe
209 EAST 5 STREET, Manhattan, 10003
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 years ago). Details below.
Last inspected Mar 12, 2024 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Mar 12, 2024
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| May 9, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Mar 16, 2022 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×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.
- 47 rodent inspections on record, 9 finding rat activity.
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