University Center Cafe Health Inspection Grade
American · 65 5th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
March 17, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
University Center Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 17, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 17, 2025
- Date
- March 17, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 17, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 21, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 4, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
University Center Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2025 and November 2023. Its latest score remained 12 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.
University Center Cafe's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Center Cafe's current NYC health grade?
University Center Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was University Center Cafe last inspected?
University Center Cafe was last inspected on March 17, 2025.
What was University Center Cafe's latest inspection score?
University Center Cafe's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did University Center Cafe have in its latest inspection?
University Center Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is University Center Cafe located?
University Center Cafe is located at 65 5th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 50006011
Last updated: June 26, 2026