Gourmet Connection

455 12 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10018

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The inspection history at Gourmet Connection is still short, with only one visit logged. Gourmet Connection was last inspected on Mar 31, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

That's lower than the typical Manhattan restaurant, which scores around 77. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations.

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Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures

05F

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

Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.

05E

No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

05H

No or inadequate potable water supply. water or ice not potable or from unapproved source. bottled water not ny state certified. cross connection in potable water supply system.

03E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gourmet Connection last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gourmet Connection on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Gourmet Connection compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Gourmet Connection 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.

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