PICKY BARISTA in Upper West Side Lincoln Square
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jan 8, 2026
📍 245 WEST 72 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10023 ·
🍽️ Coffee/Tea
Overview
Picky Barista on the Upper West Side holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 12 points on its most recent inspection. Across 5 inspections since 2024, the coffee shop has received Grade A on 2 occasions, with no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
PICKY BARISTA in Upper West Side Lincoln Square: Full Inspection History (5 records)
GRADE A
Jan 8, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
Violations:
06B
Nov 28, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions con...
GRADE A
Aug 13, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 13
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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 dispos...
Mar 6, 2024
— 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)
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including ...
Mar 6, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Violations:
10E
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PICKY BARISTA in Upper West Side Lincoln Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was PICKY BARISTA last inspected?
- PICKY BARISTA was last inspected on January 8, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 12 points.
- What is PICKY BARISTA's current health grade?
- PICKY BARISTA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has PICKY BARISTA had?
- PICKY BARISTA has 5 health inspections on record from March 2024 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at PICKY BARISTA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at PICKY BARISTA was 27 points on November 28, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has PICKY BARISTA ever received a Grade C?
- No. PICKY BARISTA has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.