Ground Central Coffee Company

888 8 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10019
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Ground Central Coffee Company stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 7, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is food contact surface not properly washed, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Ground Central Coffee Company is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Jul 5, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82
Apr 28, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
70

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 Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited two 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 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Ground Central Coffee Company have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

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 roughly once per year on average.