THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE in East Harlem (South)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jan 5, 2026
📍 1669 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10029 ·
🍽️ Coffee/Tea
Overview
The Townhouse Cafe in East Harlem holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 8 points on its most recent inspection. With 3 inspections recorded between 2024 and 2026, the coffee shop has received Grade A on all inspections, with no emergency closures on record.
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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspections
THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE in East Harlem (South): Full Inspection History (3 records)
GRADE A
Jan 5, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 8
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Violations:
04H
Nov 26, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanita...
GRADE A
Aug 15, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
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 undern...
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THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE in East Harlem (South): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE last inspected?
- THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE was last inspected on January 5, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 8 points.
- What is THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE's current health grade?
- THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE had?
- THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE has 3 health inspections on record from August 2024 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE was 31 points on November 26, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE ever received a Grade C?
- No. THE TOWNHOUSE CAFE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.