Starbucks Coffee in Graniteville Fails Health Inspection

STARBUCKS COFFEE restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - City health officials cited Starbucks Coffee for health violations during an inspection on 08/07/2025.

The restaurant is located at 1243 Woodrow Road Staten Island Ny in New York City's Graniteville district, serving local residents and visitors.

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Inspectors documented: "05d. No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.

Among the findings were infractions involving hand washing, a key component of food safety protocols.

Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive hand washing practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal guidelines require food service workers to wash hands for a minimum of 20 seconds using soap and warm water. The FDA Hand Washing Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.

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

Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in HACCP Prevention Guidelines, Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.

The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper 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.

Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.

Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Starbucks Coffee swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.

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.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

BUILDING 1243
Council District 51
INSPECTION DATE 08/07/2025
DBA STARBUCKS COFFEE
Latitude 40.541849612161
NTA SI32
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Coffee/Tea
PHONE 9293210457
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
GRADE DATE 08/07/2025
STREET WOODROW ROAD
Longitude -74.206173744691
Community Board 503
ZIPCODE 10309
BORO Staten Island
CAMIS 50056784
Census Tract 020801
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
GRADE A
BIN 5079743
BBL 5061450013
SCORE 12
VIOLATION CODES 05D; 10F
ALL VIOLATIONS 05D: No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation; food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible; obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device. || 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 August 7, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 05D: No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device. | 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.