FoodCheck USALook up the inspection record. Know what it says.

Home › New York City › ZIP 10018 › Gregory's Coffee

Gregory's Coffee: health inspection history

520 8 Avenue, New York City, NY 10018

An inspection is a dated snapshot of what an inspector observed on one day. It is not a guarantee of current conditions. Labels and scores below are the NYC Health Department's own terms; see how to read them.
Address
520 8 Avenue, New York City, NY 10018
Borough
Manhattan
Cuisine (as listed)
Coffee/Tea
Most recent grade
Grade A issued Apr 2, 2026
Latest inspection
Apr 2, 2026 (Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection)
Records shown
12 inspections, Apr 20, 2023 to Apr 2, 2026

Across these 12 inspection records, the health department cited 31 violations, of which 16 were flagged critical. The score behind its most recent letter grade was 9 points. Among 371 graded restaurants in ZIP 10018, the median score behind the latest grade is 11 points. In New York City, lower scores are better.

Inspection history

Apr 2, 2026 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 9Grade: Grade AViolations were cited in the following area(s).
  • 08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  • 04LCritical Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

Apr 2, 2026 Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection

Score: not recordedViolations were cited in the following area(s).
  • 20-06Not critical Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

Feb 4, 2026 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 18Violations were cited in the following area(s).
  • 10BNot critical 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.
  • 06FCritical Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
  • 04LCritical Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
  • 10HNot critical Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
  • 08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

Feb 4, 2026 Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

Score: not recordedNo violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.

No violations listed in this record.

Oct 29, 2025 Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection

Score: 0Grade: Grade CEstablishment re-opened by DOHMH.

No violations listed in this record.

Oct 23, 2025 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 38Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
  • 08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  • 04LCritical Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
  • 10GNot critical Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

Oct 15, 2025 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 35Violations were cited in the following area(s).
  • 08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  • 04LCritical Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
  • 04NCritical 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.
  • 08BNot critical 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.

Sep 10, 2025 Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

Score: not recordedNo violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.

No violations listed in this record.

Jul 29, 2025 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 35Grade: Grade CViolations were cited in the following area(s).
  • 08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  • 04LCritical Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
  • 06DCritical Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
  • 06CCritical 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.
  • 04ACritical Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
  • 10FNot critical 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.

Jan 7, 2025 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 22Violations were cited in the following area(s).
  • 05DCritical 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.
  • 04LCritical Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
  • 08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  • 10FNot critical 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.

Feb 16, 2024 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 11Grade: Grade AViolations were cited in the following area(s).
  • 06DCritical Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
  • 06ACritical Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

Apr 20, 2023 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 23Violations were cited in the following area(s).
  • 10FNot critical 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.
  • 02GCritical 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.
  • 05DCritical 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.
  • 10BNot critical 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.

Nearby

See all inspected establishments in ZIP 10018 or the New York City overview.

Source: New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), “DOHMH New York City Restaurant Inspection Results” dataset on the official open data portal. Source data as of Nov 4, 2026; imported by FoodCheck USA on Nov 5, 2026. Report a problem with this record.