CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO in Manhattan

⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A Last inspected Mar 11, 2020
📍 17 PRINCE STREET, Manhattan, NY 10012  ·  🍽️ Latin American
Overview

Cafe Habana in Nolita holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 9 points on its most recent inspection. Despite 2 emergency closures between 2017 and 2020, the restaurant has earned Grade A on 5 of its 15 inspections and has maintained its current Grade A status.

15
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
5
Grade A Inspections

CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO in Manhattan: Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO
Date Grade Score Type
Jul 6, 2017 CLOSED 16 Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Jun 30, 2017 CLOSED 20 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO in Manhattan: Full Inspection History (15 records)

GRADE A Mar 11, 2020 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 9
Accurate thermometer not provided in refrigerated or hot holding equipment.
Violations: 10E
Jan 24, 2020 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas. Hot food item not held at or above 140º F.
Violations: 04L 02B
Aug 24, 2019 — Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
GRADE A Jul 30, 2019 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 9
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Violations: 10F
Jul 3, 2019 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Violations: 06D
Jun 1, 2019 — Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Score: 2
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Violations: 10F
GRADE A Feb 25, 2019 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Hot food item not held at or above 140º F.
Violations: 02B
Feb 13, 2019 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
Violations: 04L
Aug 25, 2018 — Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
GRADE A Feb 7, 2018 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.
Violations: 06F
GRADE A Aug 11, 2017 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
Violations: 10B
✅ REOPENED Jul 7, 2017 — Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 2
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
Violations: 10B
🚫 CLOSURE Jul 6, 2017 — Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 16
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (FRSA) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. Filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. Food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and Phorid flies.
Violations: 04N
🚫 CLOSURE Jun 30, 2017 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 20
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Violations: 06D
Jun 30, 2017 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade sign not posted. Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
Violations: 20F 04L
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CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO in Manhattan: Frequently Asked Questions

When was CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO last inspected?
CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO was last inspected on March 11, 2020 (Grade A). The inspection score was 9 points.
What is CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO's current health grade?
CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many times has CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO been closed by NYC Health?
CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
How many health inspections has CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO had?
CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO has 15 health inspections on record from June 2017 through March 2020. The restaurant received Grade A on 5 occasions.
What was the worst inspection score at CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO?
The worst inspection score recorded at CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO was 23 points on July 3, 2019. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.