Sahola Coffee Shop

108 East 31 Street, Manhattan, NY 10016

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Sahola Coffee Shop appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 11, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

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

“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

Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability

19-10

Dec 30, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

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

06F

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

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.

04E

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

Nov 6, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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

04A

Sep 27, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

05H

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

04A

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

06D

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

10G

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sahola Coffee Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sahola Coffee Shop on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sahola Coffee Shop?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sahola Coffee Shop.

How does Sahola Coffee Shop compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sahola Coffee Shop most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sahola Coffee Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sahola Coffee Shop have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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