Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
July 17, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Van Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 17, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Non-Critical
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
July 17, 2025
- Date
- July 17, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jul 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Van Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: July 2025 and March 2024. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its March 2024 score of 6.
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.
Van Cafe's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Van Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Van Cafe last inspected?
Van Cafe was last inspected on July 17, 2025.
What was Van Cafe's latest inspection score?
Van Cafe's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Van Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Van Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Van Cafe located?
Van Cafe is located at 243 Grand Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
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: 50142527
Last updated: July 3, 2026