The Bureau Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 279 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
May 16, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 4
The Bureau Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 16, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
May 16, 2025
- Date
- May 16, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
May 16, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 26, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Bureau Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and February 2024. Its latest score was 9, lower than its February 2024 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.
The Bureau Cafe's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bureau Cafe's current NYC health grade?
The Bureau Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was The Bureau Cafe last inspected?
The Bureau Cafe was last inspected on May 16, 2025.
What was The Bureau Cafe's latest inspection score?
The Bureau Cafe's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did The Bureau Cafe have in its latest inspection?
The Bureau Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is The Bureau Cafe located?
The Bureau Cafe is located at 279 Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11216.
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: 50137598
Last updated: July 3, 2026