Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
5
Last inspection
September 23, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 5
Effys Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 23, 2025 found 2 violations, for a total score of 5 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 2 non-critical
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.
- 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
September 23, 2025
- Date
- September 23, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 5
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 2 (0 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Sep 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 13, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 23, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Effys Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2025 and June 2024. Its latest score was 5, lower than its June 2024 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.
Effys Cafe's latest score: 5
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Effys Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Effys Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Effys Cafe last inspected?
Effys Cafe was last inspected on September 23, 2025.
What was Effys Cafe's latest inspection score?
Effys Cafe's latest inspection score was 5 points.
How many violations did Effys Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Effys Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Effys Cafe located?
Effys Cafe is located at 1688 York Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10128.
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: 50113664
Last updated: July 3, 2026