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Ground Central Coffee Company

1166 Avenue Of The Americas, Manhattan, NY 10036
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Oct 6, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Ground Central Coffee Company has been inspected six times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 6, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

“Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 6, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
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
78
Apr 25, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
82
Nov 28, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
61
May 23, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 18, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
05C
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
74
Apr 6, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
05C
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
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
47

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ground Central Coffee Company last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ground Central Coffee Company on file is from Oct 6, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ground Central Coffee Company?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ground Central Coffee Company.

How does Ground Central Coffee Company compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Ground Central Coffee Company most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Ground Central Coffee Company's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ground Central Coffee Company have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ground Central Coffee Company 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 Ground Central Coffee Company inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ground Central Coffee Company is inspected around two times per year on average.

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