MALTA COFFEE in Manhattan
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Apr 10, 2026
📍 1045 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10021
Overview
Malta Coffee at 1045 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan has not yet received a letter grade from NYC DOHMH. The restaurant's most recent inspection in 2026 resulted in a score of 42 points, which would require a grade assignment pending the outcome of any mandated re-inspection. With 12 inspections conducted in 2026 alone and no emergency closures on record, the inspection history for this location is currently under review.
13
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
MALTA COFFEE in Manhattan: Full Inspection History (13 records)
GRADE A
Apr 10, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 13
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Violations:
08A
GRADE N
Feb 26, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 42
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.
Violations:
10B
Feb 26, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
Violations:
15-27
GRADE N
Feb 26, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 42
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.
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
“Choking first aid” ...
Feb 26, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
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 fre...
GRADE N
Feb 26, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 42
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, cooling, reheating, and holding.
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food i...
Feb 26, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
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 fre...
GRADE N
Feb 26, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 42
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, cooling, reheating, and holding.
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food i...
Feb 26, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
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 fre...
GRADE N
Feb 26, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 42
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, cooling, reheating, and holding.
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food i...
Feb 26, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
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 fre...
GRADE N
Feb 26, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 42
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, cooling, reheating, and holding.
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food i...
Feb 26, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Wash han...
MALTA COFFEE in Manhattan: News Coverage (1)
CRITICAL Malta Coffee Cited for Multiple Violations - Manhattan Published Mar 6, 2026MALTA COFFEE in Manhattan: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was MALTA COFFEE last inspected?
- MALTA COFFEE was last inspected on April 10, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
- What is MALTA COFFEE's current health grade?
- MALTA COFFEE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has MALTA COFFEE had?
- MALTA COFFEE has 13 health inspections on record from February 2026 through April 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at MALTA COFFEE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at MALTA COFFEE was 42 points on February 26, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has MALTA COFFEE ever received a Grade C?
- No. MALTA COFFEE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.