Hancock Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 176 Rivington Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
42
Last inspection
June 29, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
25 / 17
Hancock Cafe currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 29, 2026 found 6 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 42 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- 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.
- “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.
- Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Latest Inspection Details
June 29, 2026
- Date
- June 29, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 42
- Critical points
- 25
- Non-critical points
- 17
- Violations
- 6 (2 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jun 29, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hancock Cafe does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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.
Hancock Cafe's latest score: 42
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Hancock Cafe currently has a N grade.
When was Hancock Cafe last inspected?
Hancock Cafe was last inspected on June 29, 2026.
What was Hancock Cafe's latest inspection score?
Hancock Cafe's latest inspection score was 42 points.
How many violations did Hancock Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Hancock Cafe had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Hancock Cafe located?
Hancock Cafe is located at 176 Rivington Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
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: 50186933
Last updated: July 3, 2026