Universe Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 929 Morris Park Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10462
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
July 2, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 3
Universe Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 2, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 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.
Non-Critical
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
July 2, 2025
- Date
- July 2, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 26, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Universe Cafe received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in July 2025 with a score of 10.
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.
Universe Cafe's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Universe Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Universe Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Universe Cafe last inspected?
Universe Cafe was last inspected on July 2, 2025.
What was Universe Cafe's latest inspection score?
Universe Cafe's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Universe Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Universe Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Universe Cafe located?
Universe Cafe is located at 929 Morris Park Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10462.
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: 50161742
Last updated: July 3, 2026