SMILEY COFFEE in Lower East Side
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Sep 30, 2025
📍 138 LUDLOW STREET, Manhattan, NY 10002 ·
🍽️ Coffee/Tea
Overview
Smiley Coffee on the Lower East Side holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 13 points on its most recent 2025 inspection. With 2 inspections on record, both in 2025, the coffee shop has maintained Grade A status with no emergency closures.
2
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
SMILEY COFFEE in Lower East Side: Full Inspection History (2 records)
GRADE A
Sep 30, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
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 26, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 17
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
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SMILEY COFFEE in Lower East Side: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SMILEY COFFEE last inspected?
- SMILEY COFFEE was last inspected on September 30, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
- What is SMILEY COFFEE's current health grade?
- SMILEY COFFEE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has SMILEY COFFEE had?
- SMILEY COFFEE has 2 health inspections on record from August 2025 through September 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at SMILEY COFFEE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SMILEY COFFEE was 17 points on August 26, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has SMILEY COFFEE ever received a Grade C?
- No. SMILEY COFFEE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.