Vanilla Gorilla Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 525 8th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10018
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
21
Last inspection
March 31, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
14 / 7
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 31, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
- 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.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
- 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
March 31, 2026
- Date
- March 31, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 14
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Mar 31, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 10, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 7, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 29, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2024 and August 2023. Its latest score remained 13 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.
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanilla Gorilla Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe currently has a Z grade.
When was Vanilla Gorilla Cafe last inspected?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe was last inspected on March 31, 2026.
What was Vanilla Gorilla Cafe's latest inspection score?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did Vanilla Gorilla Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Vanilla Gorilla Cafe located?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe is located at 525 8th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10018.
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: 50128548
Last updated: July 3, 2026