Sophie's Cuban Cuisine
21 WEST 45 STREET, 10036
Latin American
2123021211
BScore: 24
Last inspected: August 18, 2025
Score Trajectory
Lower score = better. Dots colored by grade.
Inspection History
June 29, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
NScore: 23
02GCold 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.
04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
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.
16-02The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
May 5, 2026
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
N
August 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
BScore: 24
02GCold 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.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
06FWiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
March 11, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
NScore: 18
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
06FWiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
09CDesign, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
18-11Food Protection Certificate not available for inspection
March 11, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
N
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
06FWiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
09CDesign, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
18-11Food Protection Certificate not available for inspection
April 12, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
PScore: 2
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.
April 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
NScore: 59
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
02GCold 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.
04HRaw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
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.
September 29, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
AScore: 13
04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
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.