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Effys Cafe

Jewish/Kosher · 1688 York Avenue · Manhattan 10128

A Grade A posted 2025-09-23 (score 5)

Inspection history

2025-09-23 · Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 5 A

CodeDescriptionCritical
10BAnti-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.—
10FNon-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.—

2024-06-13 · Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 8 A

CodeDescriptionCritical
10EAccurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment—
10FNon-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.—

2023-03-23 · Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 8 A

CodeDescriptionCritical
06CFood, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.Critical
10FNon-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.—

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GRADE A

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1 Food Establishment complaint to 311 at this address in the last three years (most often: Kitchen/Food Prep Area) · complaints filed by the public; DOHMH investigates, outcomes aren't published.

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Report to 311: Food poisoning · Food safety complaint

1688 York Avenue

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