Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe

557 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10012

American

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe three times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

4 minor violations.

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Failure to maintain a sufficient supply of single-use, non-compostable plastic straws.

19-07

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16-02

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Oct 10, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

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

28-06

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

May 8, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

06D

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe 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 Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Scholastic - Clifford's Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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