Don Alejo Coffee Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 228 East 116th Street, Manhattan, NY 10029
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
May 1, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
Don Alejo Coffee currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 1, 2025 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
May 1, 2025
- Date
- May 1, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 1, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 4, 2022
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 22, 2022
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Don Alejo Coffee has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and January 2024. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.
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.
Don Alejo Coffee's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Alejo Coffee's current NYC health grade?
Don Alejo Coffee currently has a A grade.
When was Don Alejo Coffee last inspected?
Don Alejo Coffee was last inspected on May 1, 2025.
What was Don Alejo Coffee's latest inspection score?
Don Alejo Coffee's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Don Alejo Coffee have in its latest inspection?
Don Alejo Coffee had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Don Alejo Coffee located?
Don Alejo Coffee is located at 228 East 116th Street in Manhattan, NY 10029.
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: 50127096
Last updated: July 3, 2026