Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
March 9, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
Cafe Grumpy currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 9, 2026 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
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 9, 2026
- Date
- March 9, 2026
- 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
3 inspections
Mar 9, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 1, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 18, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cafe Grumpy has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and November 2024. Its latest score was 7, slightly higher than its November 2024 score of 5.
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.
Cafe Grumpy's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cafe Grumpy's current NYC health grade?
Cafe Grumpy currently has a A grade.
When was Cafe Grumpy last inspected?
Cafe Grumpy was last inspected on March 9, 2026.
What was Cafe Grumpy's latest inspection score?
Cafe Grumpy's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did Cafe Grumpy have in its latest inspection?
Cafe Grumpy had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Cafe Grumpy located?
Cafe Grumpy is located at 63 Madison Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10016.
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: 50123542
Last updated: July 3, 2026