919 Cafe by Db

919 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022
American
Last inspected: Jun 11, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records currently show only two inspections for 919 Cafe by Db. 919 Cafe by Db was last inspected on Jun 11, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

Across the inspection history, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 11, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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.
10B
82
Sep 6, 2023
Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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.
10F
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
20-01
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
15-27
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
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.
10B
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 919 Cafe by Db last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 919 Cafe by Db on file is from Jun 11, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 919 Cafe by Db?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 919 Cafe by Db.

How does 919 Cafe by Db compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

919 Cafe by Db most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has 919 Cafe by Db's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at 919 Cafe by Db have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 919 Cafe by Db means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.