Blank Street

1225 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10128
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Blank Street stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 22, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits.

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

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Blank Street is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82
Jul 5, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
05A
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
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
Feb 10, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blank Street last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blank Street on file is from Jan 22, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blank Street?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Blank Street.

How does Blank Street compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Blank Street most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Blank Street's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Blank Street have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blank Street 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 Blank Street inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blank Street is inspected around two times per year on average.