Japanese · Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square
SHINPI OMAKASE
121 MADISON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016
A
American · Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square
SLATE COFFEE + KITCHEN health grade & inspection history
121 MADISON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016
13 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Apr 7, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Apr 7, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Apr 7, 2026Inspection date
2Violations recorded
2Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02GCritical violation
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- 06DCritical violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Score trend
SLATE COFFEE + KITCHEN inspection history
13 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 2026 | A | 13 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Feb 26, 2026 | — | 26 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Dec 2, 2024 | A | 13 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 23, 2024 | A | 12 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Nov 28, 2023 | — | 7 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 06DRecorded in 3 inspections
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 02GRecorded in 2 inspections
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- 10FRecorded in 2 inspections
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 underneath the unit.
Official location
SLATE COFFEE + KITCHEN on the map
Common questions
SLATE COFFEE + KITCHEN inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for SLATE COFFEE + KITCHEN?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Apr 7, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 13 violation points.
When was SLATE COFFEE + KITCHEN last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Apr 7, 2026.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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