Franchia Vegan Cafe

12 Park Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016
Asian / Fusion
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Franchia Vegan Cafe has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Feb 25, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Franchia Vegan Cafe's 70 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Sep 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
78
Apr 26, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Franchia Vegan Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Franchia Vegan Cafe on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Franchia Vegan Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Franchia Vegan Cafe.

How does Franchia Vegan Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Franchia Vegan Cafe most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Franchia Vegan Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Franchia Vegan Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Franchia Vegan Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Franchia Vegan Cafe inspected?

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