Em Star Cafe

19 Division Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

Chinese

Last inspected: May 8, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Em Star Cafe has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on May 8, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five to closer to three violations per visit.

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

Among Manhattan restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 8, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

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 25, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

06F

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

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

08A

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

10G

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Jan 9, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 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

10F

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Sep 15, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Em Star Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Em Star Cafe on file is from May 8, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Em Star Cafe?

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 Em Star Cafe.

How does Em Star Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Em Star Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Em Star Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Em Star Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Em Star 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 Em Star Cafe inspected?

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

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