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M & D Coffee Cafe: health inspection history

215 West 116 Street, New York City, NY 10026

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Address: 215 West 116 Street, New York City, NY 10026
Borough: Manhattan
Cuisine (as listed): American
Most recent grade: Grade B issued Feb 9, 2026
Latest inspection: Feb 9, 2026 (Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection)
Records shown: 9 inspections, Dec 28, 2023 to Feb 9, 2026

Across these 9 inspection records, the health department cited 35 violations, of which 16 were flagged critical. The score behind its most recent letter grade was 27 points. Among 45 graded restaurants in ZIP 10026, the median score behind the latest grade is 12 points. In New York City, lower scores are better.

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Inspection history

Feb 9, 2026 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 27Grade: Grade BViolations 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.
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.
09ENot critical Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
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.

Dec 23, 2025 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 20Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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.
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.
08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
04MCritical Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

Sep 25, 2024 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 22Grade: Grade BViolations were cited in the following area(s).

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.
08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
04ACritical Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
09ENot critical Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

Jul 26, 2024 Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection

Score: not recordedViolations were cited in the following area(s).

15-27Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.

Jul 26, 2024 Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

Score: not recordedViolations were cited in the following area(s).

20-06Not critical Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
20-01Not critical Allergen or intolerance notice not translated into common language when required
20-08Not critical Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-04Not critical “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

Jul 26, 2024 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 41Violations were cited in the following area(s).

10ANot critical Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
04ACritical Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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.
06ECritical Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
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.
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.

Jan 30, 2024 Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

Score: 27Grade: Grade BViolations were cited in the following area(s).

02BCritical Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
10DNot critical Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
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.
04ACritical Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

Dec 28, 2023 Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

Score: 43Violations were cited in the following area(s).

05HCritical No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
10GNot critical Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
28-06Not critical Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
04KCritical Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

Dec 28, 2023 Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

Score: not recordedViolations were cited in the following area(s).

20-04Not critical “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

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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.