Juicy Lucy

85 Avenue A, Manhattan, NY 10009

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: May 29, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show five inspections at Juicy Lucy stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from May 29, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at one versus two before.

Across the inspection history, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Juicy Lucy is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 29, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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

04A

Jan 22, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 minor violation.

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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

Dec 12, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

04A

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

05H

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

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Aug 23, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Jul 26, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label, no warning statement

03I

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

04A

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Juicy Lucy last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Juicy Lucy on file is from May 29, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Juicy Lucy?

Across the inspection record, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Juicy Lucy.

How does Juicy Lucy compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Juicy Lucy most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Juicy Lucy's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Juicy Lucy have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about two previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Juicy Lucy 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 Juicy Lucy inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Juicy Lucy is inspected around two times per year on average.

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