GUAYUSA CAFE in Hamilton Heights Sugar Hill

⚠️ This facility has been closed 4 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z Last inspected Oct 1, 2025
📍 3450 BROADWAY, Manhattan, NY 10031  ·  🍽️ Coffee/Tea
Overview

Guayusa Cafe in Hamilton Heights has been closed by NYC DOHMH inspectors 4 times in 2025 across 6 total inspections. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z, indicating it is not in compliance with New York City health code requirements and is not permitted to operate.

6
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
4
Closures

GUAYUSA CAFE in Hamilton Heights Sugar Hill: Emergency Closures (4)

Emergency closure history for GUAYUSA CAFE
Date Grade Score Type
Sep 24, 2025 CLOSED 28 Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Sep 24, 2025 CLOSED 28 Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Jul 28, 2025 CLOSED 80 Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Jul 28, 2025 CLOSED 80 Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

GUAYUSA CAFE in Hamilton Heights Sugar Hill: Full Inspection History (6 records)

GRADE Z Oct 1, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 0
🚫 CLOSURE Sep 24, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 28
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. Unacceptable material used. Culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
Violations: 05C
🚫 CLOSURE Sep 24, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 28
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. Unacceptable material used. Culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
Violations: 05C
🚫 CLOSURE Jul 28, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 80
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink. No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold runni...
Violations: 09E 05D 05H 06C 10B 03A 20-08 10F
🚫 CLOSURE Jul 28, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 80
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. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source o...
Violations: 10B 06C
Jul 28, 2025 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold ...
Violations: 20-08 05D
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GUAYUSA CAFE in Hamilton Heights Sugar Hill: Frequently Asked Questions

When was GUAYUSA CAFE last inspected?
GUAYUSA CAFE was last inspected on October 1, 2025 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 0 points.
What is GUAYUSA CAFE's current health grade?
GUAYUSA CAFE currently holds a Grade Z.
How many times has GUAYUSA CAFE been closed by NYC Health?
GUAYUSA CAFE has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 4 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
How many health inspections has GUAYUSA CAFE had?
GUAYUSA CAFE has 6 health inspections on record from July 2025 through October 2025.
What was the worst inspection score at GUAYUSA CAFE?
The worst inspection score recorded at GUAYUSA CAFE was 80 points on July 28, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.