Commons Cafe

2 Teleport Drive, Staten Island, NY 10314
American
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Commons Cafe three times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 17, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from two to three between inspections.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Commons Cafe's latest score is in line with the Staten Island average of 75. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Jul 2, 2024
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
May 9, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Commons Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Commons Cafe on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Commons Cafe?

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 Commons Cafe.

How does Commons Cafe compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Commons Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Commons Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Commons Cafe have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around three more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Commons Cafe 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 Commons Cafe inspected?

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