Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
October 2, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
11 / 2
Katabaru currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 2, 2025 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 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.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
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
October 2, 2025
- Date
- October 2, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / 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
1 inspection
Oct 2, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Katabaru received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in October 2025 with a score of 13.
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.
Katabaru's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katabaru's current NYC health grade?
Katabaru currently has a A grade.
When was Katabaru last inspected?
Katabaru was last inspected on October 2, 2025.
What was Katabaru's latest inspection score?
Katabaru's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Katabaru have in its latest inspection?
Katabaru had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Katabaru located?
Katabaru is located at 128 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: 50147908
Last updated: July 3, 2026