Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
23
Last inspection
June 23, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
23 / 0
Zelma's Caffe currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 23, 2026 found 3 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 23 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
June 23, 2026
- Date
- June 23, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 23
- Critical points
- 23
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 3 (3 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jun 23, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Zelma's Caffe received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in February 2025 with a score of 13.
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.
Zelma's Caffe's latest score: 23
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zelma's Caffe's current NYC health grade?
Zelma's Caffe currently has a Z grade.
When was Zelma's Caffe last inspected?
Zelma's Caffe was last inspected on June 23, 2026.
What was Zelma's Caffe's latest inspection score?
Zelma's Caffe's latest inspection score was 23 points.
How many violations did Zelma's Caffe have in its latest inspection?
Zelma's Caffe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Zelma's Caffe located?
Zelma's Caffe is located at 2661 Broadway in Manhattan, NY 10025.
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: 50119904
Last updated: July 3, 2026