Jennifer's Cafe

67 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged six inspections at Jennifer's Cafe, the earliest from 2022. On Jan 14, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The latest visit found two violations, down from four violations the time before.

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

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Jennifer's Cafe is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 14, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Nov 30, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

10B

Jan 9, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

04L

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

08A

Nov 15, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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

04L

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

08A

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Apr 5, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 minor violation.

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Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Mar 9, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04L

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

06D

Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.

02B

Appropriately scaled metal stem-type thermometer or thermocouple not provided or used to evaluate temperatures of potentially hazardous foods during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.

04J

Proper sanitization not provided for utensil ware washing operation.

10H

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jennifer's Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jennifer's Cafe on file is from Jan 14, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jennifer's Cafe?

Across the inspection record, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jennifer's Cafe.

How does Jennifer's Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Jennifer's Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Jennifer's Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jennifer's Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jennifer's Cafe 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 Jennifer's Cafe inspected?

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

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