Copper Mug Coffee

38 West 30 Street, Manhattan, NY 10001

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Copper Mug Coffee five times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Dec 15, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Dishwashing and ware washing” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Copper Mug Coffee on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 15, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Aug 22, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

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

Mar 26, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

May 9, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Apr 17, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Copper Mug Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Copper Mug Coffee on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Copper Mug Coffee?

Across the inspection record, “dishwashing and ware washing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Copper Mug Coffee.

How does Copper Mug Coffee compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Copper Mug Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Copper Mug Coffee have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Copper Mug Coffee 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 Copper Mug Coffee inspected?

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

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