Starbucks in Financial District Fails Health Inspection

STARBUCKS restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - A routine inspection at Starbucks on 07/25/2025 resulted in citations for health code violations.

Located in the heart of Financial District, Starbucks operates from a prominent location at 15 Carlisle Street, making it easily accessible to area customers.

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Inspectors documented: "11. Food protection certificate not available for inspection (critical: not critical). 06c." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.

The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Health experts emphasize that pest activity can rapidly contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored ingredients Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. Per FDA Pest Control Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.

The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.

Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in Food Safety Modernization Act, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.

These types of violations require attention to maintain compliance standards for the establishment and its customers. Health officials note that addressing such conditions helps maintain public confidence in food service establishments.

Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.

These findings underscore the essential nature of comprehensive health compliance in restaurant operations. Community members should feel empowered to examine health department findings when choosing restaurants.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on July 25, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

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..

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.