Intelligentsia

GRADE Z

Friday, January 30, 2026

Overview

Intelligentsia in Financial District Battery Park City underwent a NYC health inspection on January 30, 2026 and scored 30 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
1 LIBERTY PLAZA
Manhattan, NY 10006
Cuisine
Coffee/Tea
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
6 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 05H

NYC Health Code Violation 05H

No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05H to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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Intelligentsia — Inspection Questions

Did Intelligentsia pass their NYC health inspection on January 30, 2026?
Intelligentsia underwent inspection on January 30, 2026 with a score of 30 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did Intelligentsia have?
Intelligentsia had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 05H mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 05H (NYC Health Code Violation 05H) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05H to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.