Cafe 23

919 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022
American
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Cafe 23 three times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 25, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Cafe 23 on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
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
Nov 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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
78
Jun 12, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe 23 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe 23 on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe 23?

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 Cafe 23.

How does Cafe 23 compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Cafe 23 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Cafe 23's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cafe 23 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe 23 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 Cafe 23 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe 23 is inspected roughly once per year on average.