Down Under Coffee

1000S 8 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10019
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Down Under Coffee has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 12, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “food contact surface not properly washed”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Down Under Coffee on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 12, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
82
Jul 3, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
74
Apr 26, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Down Under Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Down Under Coffee on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Down Under Coffee?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Down Under Coffee.

How does Down Under Coffee compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Down Under Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Down Under 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 Down Under Coffee inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Down Under Coffee is inspected roughly once per year on average.