Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
October 20, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 8
Cava currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 20, 2025 found 3 violations, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 3 non-critical
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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.
- 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
October 20, 2025
- Date
- October 20, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 8
- Violations
- 3 (0 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Oct 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cava received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in October 2025 with a score of 8.
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.
Cava's latest score: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cava's current NYC health grade?
Cava currently has a A grade.
When was Cava last inspected?
Cava was last inspected on October 20, 2025.
What was Cava's latest inspection score?
Cava's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Cava have in its latest inspection?
Cava had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Cava located?
Cava is located at 1000 8th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10019.
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: 50171182
Last updated: July 3, 2026