Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
June 8, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Em Star Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 8, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
June 8, 2026
- Date
- June 8, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jun 8, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 8, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 9, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Em Star Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and May 2025. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its May 2025 score of 10.
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.
Em Star Cafe's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Em Star Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Em Star Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Em Star Cafe last inspected?
Em Star Cafe was last inspected on June 8, 2026.
What was Em Star Cafe's latest inspection score?
Em Star Cafe's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Em Star Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Em Star Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Em Star Cafe located?
Em Star Cafe is located at 19 Division 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: 50075946
Last updated: June 26, 2026