Starbucks

575 5 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10017

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Starbucks appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. On Aug 20, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: three violations last time, one this time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, showing up four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 20, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 minor violation.

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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

Jul 11, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

10F

Jul 17, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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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

10F

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

Jun 7, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

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10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Starbucks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Starbucks on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Starbucks?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Starbucks.

How does Starbucks compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Starbucks most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Starbucks's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Starbucks have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Starbucks 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 Starbucks inspected?

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

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