Astor Plate Cafe

26 Astor Place, Manhattan, NY 10003
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jun 30, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Astor Plate Cafe stretching back to 2022. On Jun 30, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to three violations.

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Astor Plate Cafe's latest score is in line with the Manhattan average of 77. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 30, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
78
Dec 20, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
95
Sep 29, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Astor Plate Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Astor Plate Cafe on file is from Jun 30, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Astor Plate Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Astor Plate Cafe.

How does Astor Plate Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Astor Plate Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Astor Plate Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Astor Plate Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Astor Plate Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Astor Plate Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.