Gotham Cafe

1298 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10065

American

Last inspected: Mar 28, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show five inspections at Gotham Cafe stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 28, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided”, which has been cited three times.

Gotham Cafe's latest score of 47 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 28, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

06D

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

06F

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

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

04L

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

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

08A

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

Aug 26, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

06C

10B

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

Apr 3, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations.

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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

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label, no warning statement

03I

Feb 28, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

10F

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Mar 15, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

02G

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

06D

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

04L

10B

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gotham Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gotham Cafe on file is from Mar 28, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gotham Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Gotham Cafe.

How does Gotham Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Gotham Cafe most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Gotham Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Gotham Cafe have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Gotham Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Gotham Cafe inspected?

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

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