Beans and Leaves Cafe

4916 Arthur Kill Road, Staten Island, NY 10309

American

Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show four inspections at Beans and Leaves Cafe stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 21, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “design, construction, materials used or maintenance” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Staten Island restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 21, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Dec 12, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations.

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No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Jul 19, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

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.

10H

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

Jun 13, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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.

02G

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Beans and Leaves Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Beans and Leaves Cafe on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Beans and Leaves Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “design, construction, materials used or maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Beans and Leaves Cafe.

How does Beans and Leaves Cafe compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Beans and Leaves Cafe most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Beans and Leaves Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Beans and Leaves Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Beans and Leaves Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Beans and Leaves Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Beans and Leaves Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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