Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
May 29, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
Cava currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 29, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 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
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Latest Inspection Details
May 29, 2025
- Date
- May 29, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
May 29, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 23, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cava has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and August 2023. Its latest score was 7, lower than its August 2023 score of 11.
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.
Cava's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cava's current NYC health grade?
Cava currently has a A grade.
When was Cava last inspected?
Cava was last inspected on May 29, 2025.
What was Cava's latest inspection score?
Cava's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did Cava have in its latest inspection?
Cava had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Cava located?
Cava is located at 174 North 4th Street in Brooklyn, NY 11211.
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: 50129564
Last updated: July 3, 2026