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Quick Answers
When was Hope Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 29, 2026. The result listed by New York State Department of Health was “Non-critical violations only”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Apr 16, 2024 to Sep 29, 2026.
Has Hope Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 16, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Inspection
Sep 29, 2026
Non-critical violations only
2 recorded violations
minorCode 12CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from New York State Department of Health, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 9, 2026
Critical violations found
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 5EContamination
Official Wording
Enough refrigerated storage equipment is not present, properly designed, maintained or operated so that all potentially hazardous foods are cooled properly and stored below 45�F as required.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Toxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur.
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Official record from New York State Department of Health, Mar 9, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 18, 2025
Non-critical violations only
1 recorded violation
minorCode 12DHandwashing
Official Wording
Toilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Official record from New York State Department of Health, Mar 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 16, 2024
Critical violations found
4 recorded violations
criticalCode 4AChemicals
Official Wording
Toxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur.
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Toilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.