Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
May 5, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 4
Starbucks currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 5, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- 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
May 5, 2026
- Date
- May 5, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 5, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 22, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 5, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 4, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Starbucks has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and May 2025. Its latest score was 9, lower 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.
Starbucks's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starbucks's current NYC health grade?
Starbucks currently has a A grade.
When was Starbucks last inspected?
Starbucks was last inspected on May 5, 2026.
What was Starbucks's latest inspection score?
Starbucks's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Starbucks have in its latest inspection?
Starbucks had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Starbucks located?
Starbucks is located at 425 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10017.
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: 50009335
Last updated: June 26, 2026