Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
May 18, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
11 / 2
Before Coffee currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 18, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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
May 18, 2026
- Date
- May 18, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 11
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 18, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 31, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Before Coffee has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and January 2025. Its latest score remained 13 in both inspections.
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.
Before Coffee's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Before Coffee's current NYC health grade?
Before Coffee currently has a A grade.
When was Before Coffee last inspected?
Before Coffee was last inspected on May 18, 2026.
What was Before Coffee's latest inspection score?
Before Coffee's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Before Coffee have in its latest inspection?
Before Coffee had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Before Coffee located?
Before Coffee is located at 9 Meserole Street in Brooklyn, NY 11206.
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: 50138143
Last updated: July 3, 2026