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The Well Coffee: health inspection history

43-29 162 Street, New York City, NY 11358

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Address: 43-29 162 Street, New York City, NY 11358
Borough: Queens
Cuisine (as listed): Coffee/Tea
Most recent grade: Grade A issued May 7, 2026
Latest inspection: May 7, 2026 (Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection)
Records shown: 6 inspections, Jun 15, 2023 to May 7, 2026

Across these 6 inspection records, the health department cited 24 violations, of which 11 were flagged critical. The score behind its most recent letter grade was 9 points. Among 131 graded restaurants in ZIP 11358, the median score behind the latest grade is 12 points. In New York City, lower scores are better.

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Inspection history

May 7, 2026 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 9Grade: Grade AViolations were cited in the following area(s).

08CNot critical Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
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.
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.

Mar 24, 2026 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 46Violations were cited in the following area(s).

06FCritical Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
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.
06ECritical Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
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.
10ENot critical Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
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.
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.
06DCritical Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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.

Dec 3, 2024 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 7Grade: 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.
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.

Oct 1, 2024 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 23Violations were cited in the following area(s).

08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
09ENot critical Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Oct 1, 2024 Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

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

28-01Not critical Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.

Jun 15, 2023 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 10Grade: 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.

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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.