New York City, NY - A scheduled inspection at Starbucks on 07/23/2025 documented several health code infractions.
Located in the heart of Elmhurst, Starbucks operates from a prominent location at 9015 Queens Boulevard Queens Ny, making it easily accessible to area customers.
Health department documentation states: "10f. 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." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines clearly states that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks.
Health department officials noted violations related to sanitation, which require attention for public health compliance.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The FDA Sanitation Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Under current regulations, Starbucks faces additional penalties if violations are not promptly corrected. The health department maintains detailed records of all inspection results for public transparency.
The broader restaurant industry can learn valuable lessons from such cases, emphasizing the need for continuous vigilance to food safety standards. Consumer awareness remains a crucial component in maintaining community food safety.
| BIN | 1037555 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Coffee/Tea |
| Census Tract | 008800 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| ZIPCODE | 10017 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 06/27/2025 |
| SCORE | 5 |
| GRADE DATE | 06/27/2025 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| PHONE | 6468651250 |
| Longitude | -73.973818399777 |
| GRADE | A |
| NTA | MN19 |
| Latitude | 40.751610053914 |
| STREET | 3 AVENUE |
| BBL | 1013170001 |
| CAMIS | 40790307 |
| Community Board | 106 |
| DBA | STARBUCKS |
| Council District | 04 |
| BUILDING | 685 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 19-07; 10F |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 19-07: Failure to maintain a sufficient supply of single-use; non-compostable plastic straws. || 10F: 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. |
This inspection was conducted on July 23, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 19-07: Failure to maintain a sufficient supply of single-use, non-compostable plastic straws. | 10F: 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..
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.
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 .
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.
