New York Times Cafe Health Inspection Grade
American · 620 8th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10018
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
June 9, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 1
New York Times Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 9, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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
June 9, 2026
- Date
- June 9, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 1
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jun 9, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 12, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
New York Times Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and February 2025. Its latest score was 9, slightly higher than its February 2025 score of 5.
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.
New York Times Cafe's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is New York Times Cafe's current NYC health grade?
New York Times Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was New York Times Cafe last inspected?
New York Times Cafe was last inspected on June 9, 2026.
What was New York Times Cafe's latest inspection score?
New York Times Cafe's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did New York Times Cafe have in its latest inspection?
New York Times Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is New York Times Cafe located?
New York Times Cafe is located at 620 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: 41248591
Last updated: June 26, 2026