Hungry Ghost Coffee Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 337 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
May 18, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
4 / 5
Hungry Ghost Coffee currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 18, 2026 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Latest Inspection Details
May 18, 2026
- Date
- May 18, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 4
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
May 18, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 2, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hungry Ghost Coffee has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and May 2025. Its latest score was 9, lower than its May 2025 score of 12.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Hungry Ghost Coffee's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hungry Ghost Coffee's current NYC health grade?
Hungry Ghost Coffee currently has a A grade.
When was Hungry Ghost Coffee last inspected?
Hungry Ghost Coffee was last inspected on May 18, 2026.
What was Hungry Ghost Coffee's latest inspection score?
Hungry Ghost Coffee's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Hungry Ghost Coffee have in its latest inspection?
Hungry Ghost Coffee had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Hungry Ghost Coffee located?
Hungry Ghost Coffee is located at 337 5th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11215.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50160269
Last updated: July 3, 2026