Madman Espresso

721 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10003
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. On Oct 8, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly 11 violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Madman Espresso is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.
03A
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
82
Feb 10, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.
03A
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
15-27
Failure to maintain a sufficient supply of single-use, non-compostable plastic straws.
19-07
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
39

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Madman Espresso last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Madman Espresso on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Madman Espresso?

Across the inspection record, “food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Madman Espresso.

How does Madman Espresso compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Madman Espresso most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Madman Espresso's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Madman Espresso have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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