Blank Street Coffee Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 985 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10021
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
August 4, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 4
Blank Street Coffee currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 4, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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
- 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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
August 4, 2025
- Date
- August 4, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Aug 4, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 16, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 10, 2022
Inspection Type: Calorie Posting / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Blank Street Coffee has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and April 2024. Its latest score was 9, lower than its April 2024 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.
Blank Street Coffee's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blank Street Coffee's current NYC health grade?
Blank Street Coffee currently has a A grade.
When was Blank Street Coffee last inspected?
Blank Street Coffee was last inspected on August 4, 2025.
What was Blank Street Coffee's latest inspection score?
Blank Street Coffee's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Blank Street Coffee have in its latest inspection?
Blank Street Coffee had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Blank Street Coffee located?
Blank Street Coffee is located at 985 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10021.
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: 50114679
Last updated: July 3, 2026