The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop

97 Wythe Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11249

American

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop has been inspected four times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 31, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

“Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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

06D

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

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

06F

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

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

08A

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

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

10G

Oct 15, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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

06F

May 24, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

Jun 10, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop.

How does The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Apartment / Hox Coffee Shop is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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