The Sleeping Cat

160 7 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10011
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jul 2, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records currently show only two inspections for The Sleeping Cat. On Jul 2, 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: four violations last time, three this time.

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
78
Jun 5, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Sleeping Cat last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Sleeping Cat on file is from Jul 2, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Sleeping Cat?

Across the inspection record, anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Sleeping Cat.

How does The Sleeping Cat compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The Sleeping Cat most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The Sleeping Cat's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Sleeping Cat have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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