Odd Fox Coffee in Greenpoint Fails Health Inspection

ODD FOX COFFEE restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - A health department inspection at Odd Fox Coffee on 07/22/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.

Situated at 984 Manhattan Avenue Brooklyn Ny in Greenpoint, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.

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Inspectors documented: "06d. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. (critical: critical)." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.

Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.

Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety According to FDA Sanitation Standards, The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.

These compliance issues require correction to maintain proper standards for the restaurant and public health. Food safety professionals indicate that addressing non-compliance helps ensure customer safety standards.

City health officials have required that Odd Fox Coffee promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.

Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

VIOLATION DESCRIPTION Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
BBL 3025330005
BORO Brooklyn
PHONE 5035512887
Council District 33
VIOLATION CODE 06D
Community Board 301
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Coffee/Tea
SCORE 6
Census Tract 057500
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
CAMIS 50057288
BIN 3064316
GRADE DATE 07/22/2025
CRITICAL FLAG Critical
BUILDING 984
DBA ODD FOX COFFEE
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
NTA BK76
GRADE A
STREET MANHATTAN AVENUE
ZIPCODE 11222
INSPECTION DATE 07/22/2025
Latitude 40.732695411351
Longitude -73.954662520538

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on July 22, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

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

Why are these violations concerning?

Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .

Federal Health Guidelines

Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:

Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.