New York City, NY - A routine inspection at Blank Street Coffee on 08/04/2025 resulted in citations for health code violations.
Located in the heart of Lenox Hill, Blank Street Coffee operates from a prominent location at 985 Lexington Avenue Manhattan Ny, 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 experts emphasize that consistent sanitation practices prevent the accumulation of harmful bacteria Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. Per FDA Sanitation Standards, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
City health officials have required that Blank Street Coffee promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
This inspection emphasizes the fundamental necessity of strict regulatory adherence in dining establishments. Area customers have the right to access compliance documentation when selecting food service establishments.
| PHONE | 9175103862 |
| BIN | 1042807 |
| NTA | MN40 |
| DBA | BLANK STREET COFFEE |
| SCORE | 20 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Coffee/Tea |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| Latitude | 40.769832148955 |
| BUILDING | 985 |
| STREET | LEXINGTON AVENUE |
| ZIPCODE | 10021 |
| BBL | 1014060021 |
| Longitude | -73.962619416598 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Census Tract | 012800 |
| CAMIS | 50114679 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/16/2025 |
| Community Board | 108 |
| Council District | 04 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10F; 10D; 06D; 04A |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 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. || 10D: Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided; inadequate; improperly installed; in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease; heat; steam condensation; vapors; odors; smoke or fumes. || 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. || 04A: Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. |
This inspection was conducted on August 4, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 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. | 10D: Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes. | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. | 04A: Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations..
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.
