COPPA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Mar 6, 2025
📍 21 EAST 27 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10016 ·
🍽️ Coffee/Tea
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🚇 Herald Square-34th Street
Overview
Coppa, a coffee and tea shop in Midtown South, has been subject to 2 emergency closures by NYC DOHMH inspectors since 2022. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z designation with a score of 2 points across 15 inspections dating back to 2022, including 2 Grade A results.
15
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Closures
2
Grade A Inspections
COPPA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Emergency Closures (2)
COPPA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Full Inspection History (15 records)
Mar 6, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
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 s...
GRADE Z
Sep 17, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 2
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.
Violations:
10F
Sep 16, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 7
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Non-food contact surfa...
Sep 12, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 28
Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
Violations:
05A
Sep 11, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 8
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Violations:
02G
🚫 CLOSURE
Aug 29, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 77
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HAC...
🚫 CLOSURE
Aug 29, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 77
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Violations:
06F
Jun 21, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 34
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.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish hel...
GRADE A
Feb 22, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 10
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Violations:
04A
Feb 14, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 26
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food P...
Oct 20, 2022
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Score: 23
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s foo...
GRADE A
Aug 22, 2022
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 0
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or superv...
Aug 22, 2022
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and en...
Violations:
28-03
Aug 11, 2022
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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 im...
Aug 11, 2022
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Written Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) approved by the Department for refillable, reusable ...
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COPPA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was COPPA last inspected?
- COPPA was last inspected on March 6, 2025 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 24 points.
- What is COPPA's current health grade?
- COPPA currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many times has COPPA been closed by NYC Health?
- COPPA 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 COPPA had?
- COPPA has 15 health inspections on record from August 2022 through March 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at COPPA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at COPPA was 77 points on August 29, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.