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Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
5
Last inspection
February 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 0
The Kova currently has an A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 20, 2026 found 1 violation, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 5 points.
The Kova currently has an A grade.
The Kova was last inspected on February 20, 2026.
The Kova's latest inspection score was 5 points.
The Kova had 1 violation in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 0 non-critical violations.
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: 50159433
Last updated: October 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
The Kova has received an A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and October 2024. Its latest score was 5, lower than its October 2024 score of 13.
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 Kova's latest score: 5
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →The Kova is located at 1653 Bath Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11214.
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