Birch Coffee Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 171 East 88th Street, Manhattan, NY 10128
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
December 3, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 2
Birch Coffee currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 3, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- 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
- 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
December 3, 2025
- Date
- December 3, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Dec 3, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 15, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 18, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Birch Coffee has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and November 2024. Its latest score was 8, slightly higher than its November 2024 score of 4.
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.
Birch Coffee's latest score: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Coffee's current NYC health grade?
Birch Coffee currently has a A grade.
When was Birch Coffee last inspected?
Birch Coffee was last inspected on December 3, 2025.
What was Birch Coffee's latest inspection score?
Birch Coffee's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Birch Coffee have in its latest inspection?
Birch Coffee had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Birch Coffee located?
Birch Coffee is located at 171 East 88th Street in Manhattan, NY 10128.
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: 50068093
Last updated: June 26, 2026