Cafe 57

300 West 57 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
American
Last inspected: May 21, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Cafe 57 has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on May 21, 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, averaging around two violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 21, 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
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
Oct 3, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
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
86
Sep 20, 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 Cafe 57 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe 57 on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe 57?

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 Cafe 57.

How does Cafe 57 compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Cafe 57 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Cafe 57's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe 57 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe 57 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 57 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe 57 is inspected roughly once per year on average.