Joe Coffee

186 5 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10010
American
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Joe Coffee, the earliest from 2025. On Mar 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited three times.

Joe Coffee's latest score of 90 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
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
90
Oct 20, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Feb 3, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Joe Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Joe Coffee on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Joe Coffee?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Joe Coffee.

How does Joe Coffee compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Joe Coffee most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Joe Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Joe Coffee have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Joe Coffee means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.