Vanilla Gorilla Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 332 West 44th Street, Manhattan, NY 10036
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 23, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 23, 2025 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
June 23, 2025
- Date
- June 23, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Jun 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 14, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 31, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 26, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2025 and May 2024. 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.
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanilla Gorilla Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Vanilla Gorilla Cafe last inspected?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe was last inspected on June 23, 2025.
What was Vanilla Gorilla Cafe's latest inspection score?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Vanilla Gorilla Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Vanilla Gorilla Cafe located?
Vanilla Gorilla Cafe is located at 332 West 44th Street in Manhattan, NY 10036.
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: 50090039
Last updated: June 26, 2026