Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
40
Last inspection
June 29, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
28 / 12
Cafe Rae's currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 29, 2026 found 7 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 40 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- 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.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
- 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
June 29, 2026
- Date
- June 29, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 40
- Critical points
- 28
- Non-critical points
- 12
- Violations
- 7 (3 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jun 29, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 1, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 13, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cafe Rae's has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and October 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its October 2023 score of 10.
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 Rae's's latest score: 40
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cafe Rae's's current NYC health grade?
Cafe Rae's currently has a Z grade.
When was Cafe Rae's last inspected?
Cafe Rae's was last inspected on June 29, 2026.
What was Cafe Rae's's latest inspection score?
Cafe Rae's's latest inspection score was 40 points.
How many violations did Cafe Rae's have in its latest inspection?
Cafe Rae's had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Cafe Rae's located?
Cafe Rae's is located at 82-29 164th Street in Queens, NY 11432.
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: 50045196
Last updated: July 3, 2026