Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
44
Last inspection
June 17, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
28 / 16
Semicolon Cafe currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 17, 2026 found 11 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 44 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 7 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- 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.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
- 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.
- Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability
- “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
June 17, 2026
- Date
- June 17, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 44
- Critical points
- 28
- Non-critical points
- 16
- Violations
- 11 (4 critical, 7 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Jun 17, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 2, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Semicolon 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.
Semicolon Cafe's latest score: 44
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Semicolon Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Semicolon Cafe currently has a Z grade.
When was Semicolon Cafe last inspected?
Semicolon Cafe was last inspected on June 17, 2026.
What was Semicolon Cafe's latest inspection score?
Semicolon Cafe's latest inspection score was 44 points.
How many violations did Semicolon Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Semicolon Cafe had 11 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 7 non-critical violations.
Where is Semicolon Cafe located?
Semicolon Cafe is located at 516A 3rd Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10016.
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: 50171765
Last updated: July 3, 2026