Cafe Ornithology Health Inspection Grade
Mediterranean · 1037 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
November 13, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 2
Cafe Ornithology currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 13, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- 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
November 13, 2025
- Date
- November 13, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Nov 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 5, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cafe Ornithology has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and March 2024. Its latest score was 8, slightly higher than its March 2024 score of 7.
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.
Cafe Ornithology's latest score: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cafe Ornithology's current NYC health grade?
Cafe Ornithology currently has a A grade.
When was Cafe Ornithology last inspected?
Cafe Ornithology was last inspected on November 13, 2025.
What was Cafe Ornithology's latest inspection score?
Cafe Ornithology's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Cafe Ornithology have in its latest inspection?
Cafe Ornithology had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Cafe Ornithology located?
Cafe Ornithology is located at 1037 Broadway in Brooklyn, NY 11221.
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: 50144089
Last updated: July 3, 2026