Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee

121 Lasalle Street, Manhattan, NY 10027
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: May 8, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee four times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on May 8, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 8, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
78
Mar 24, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations.
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Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
64
Jan 11, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
74
Sep 13, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee on file is from May 8, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee.

How does Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kuro Kuma Espresso & 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.

How often is Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee is inspected around two times per year on average.