New York City, NY - A health department inspection at Arabica Coffee on 08/12/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.
Located in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, Arabica Coffee operates from a prominent location at 20 Old Fulton Street Brooklyn Ny, making it easily accessible to area customers.
According to inspection records: "06c. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Pest control violations represent some of the most significant infractions in food service inspections Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. Per FDA Pest Control Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The FDA Sanitation Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Arabica Coffee immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in New York City's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.
| GRADE | N |
| Longitude | -73.993744277165 |
| Census Tract | 004300 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/05/2025 |
| BIN | 1007413 |
| SCORE | 20 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Coffee/Tea |
| BUILDING | 8 |
| PHONE | 4022781763 |
| NTA | MN24 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| Council District | 01 |
| BBL | 1004927501 |
| ZIPCODE | 10012 |
| DBA | ARABICA COFFEE |
| CAMIS | 50170937 |
| Latitude | 40.722537587077 |
| STREET | PRINCE STREET |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
| Community Board | 102 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10F; 06D; 06C; 02G |
| 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. || 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. || 06C: Food; supplies; or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage; preparation; transportation; display; service or from customer’s refillable; reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. || 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. |
This inspection was conducted on August 12, 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. | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. | 06C: Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. | 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation..
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.
