Perk Kafe

162 East 37 Street, Manhattan, NY 10016

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Perk Kafe appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. Perk Kafe was last inspected on Jan 16, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

“Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Manhattan restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 16, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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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

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Dec 16, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food 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

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

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

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

08A

Sep 21, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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

06D

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

04A

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

Dec 19, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

06D

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

04L

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

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Perk Kafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Perk Kafe on file is from Jan 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Perk Kafe?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Perk Kafe.

How does Perk Kafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Perk Kafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Perk Kafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Perk Kafe have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Perk Kafe 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 Perk Kafe inspected?

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

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