New York City, NY - Health department officials identified compliance problems at Starbucks during an inspection on 07/28/2025.
Located in the heart of Gravesend, Starbucks operates from a prominent location at 1608 Shore Parkway South Service Road, making it easily accessible to area customers.
Inspectors documented: "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." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in Food Safety Modernization Act, Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. 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.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Starbucks immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| 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 28, 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.
