LATELY CAFE in Long Island City Hunters Point
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026
Overview
Lately Cafe in Long Island City holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 5 points on its most recent inspection. Across 7 inspections since 2023, the coffee shop has received Grade A on all 3 graded inspections with no emergency closures on record.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
3
Grade A Inspections
LATELY CAFE in Long Island City Hunters Point: Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE A
Mar 16, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 5
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
Jan 27, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 32
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Violations:
04A
Jan 27, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability
Violations:
19-10
GRADE A
Jan 2, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Thawing procedure improper.
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.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and san...
GRADE A
Sep 11, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, c...
Aug 28, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 35
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
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 ...
Aug 28, 2023
— 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.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils,...
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LATELY CAFE in Long Island City Hunters Point: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was LATELY CAFE last inspected?
- LATELY CAFE was last inspected on March 16, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 5 points.
- What is LATELY CAFE's current health grade?
- LATELY CAFE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has LATELY CAFE had?
- LATELY CAFE has 7 health inspections on record from August 2023 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at LATELY CAFE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at LATELY CAFE was 35 points on August 28, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has LATELY CAFE ever received a Grade C?
- No. LATELY CAFE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.