Starbucks

511 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10017
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Starbucks has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Dec 1, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

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

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
Failure to maintain a sufficient supply of single-use, non-compostable plastic straws.
19-07
86
Jul 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
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Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
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
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
86
Dec 22, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Starbucks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Starbucks on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains three 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 three times, more than any other issue at Starbucks.

How does Starbucks compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Starbucks most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Starbucks' inspection record improved over time?

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

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 roughly once per year on average.