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Capy

180 Hester Street, Manhattan, NY 10013
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Capy four times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 1, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.

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

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Capy is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
Aug 13, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
74
Aug 1, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
50
May 2, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
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
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Capy last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Capy on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Capy?

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 Capy.

How does Capy compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Capy's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Capy have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Capy 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 Capy inspected?

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

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