Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
22
Last inspection
August 18, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
15 / 7
Mela's Cafe currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 18, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 22 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Anti-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.
- 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.
- Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE
Latest Inspection Details
August 18, 2026
- Date
- August 18, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 22
- Critical points
- 15
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Aug 18, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 30, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 25, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Mela's Cafe's most recent graded inspection in July 2025 was a B, after a A in September 2023.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Mela's Cafe's latest score: 22
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mela's Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Mela's Cafe does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Mela's Cafe last inspected?
Mela's Cafe was last inspected on August 18, 2026.
What was Mela's Cafe's latest inspection score?
Mela's Cafe's latest inspection score was 22 points.
How many violations did Mela's Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Mela's Cafe had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Mela's Cafe located?
Mela's Cafe is located at 1735 Washington Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10457.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 41564778
Last updated: August 25, 2026