Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
March 9, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
4 / 5
The Bay Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 9, 2026 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-Critical
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- 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.
- Food Protection Certificate not available for inspection
Latest Inspection Details
March 9, 2026
- Date
- March 9, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 4
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Mar 9, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Bay Cafe received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in March 2026 with a score of 9.
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.
The Bay Cafe's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bay Cafe's current NYC health grade?
The Bay Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was The Bay Cafe last inspected?
The Bay Cafe was last inspected on March 9, 2026.
What was The Bay Cafe's latest inspection score?
The Bay Cafe's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did The Bay Cafe have in its latest inspection?
The Bay Cafe had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is The Bay Cafe located?
The Bay Cafe is located at 2 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11235.
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: 50179318
Last updated: July 3, 2026