Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
24
Last inspection
June 22, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
21 / 3
Red Cup Café currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 22, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 24 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
June 22, 2026
- Date
- June 22, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 24
- Critical points
- 21
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
7 inspections
Jun 22, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 11, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 8, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 1, 2024
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 4, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 21, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Red Cup Café's most recent graded inspection in January 2025 was a A, after a C in August 2023.
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.
Red Cup Café's latest score: 24
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Cup Café's current NYC health grade?
Red Cup Café currently has a Z grade.
When was Red Cup Café last inspected?
Red Cup Café was last inspected on June 22, 2026.
What was Red Cup Café's latest inspection score?
Red Cup Café's latest inspection score was 24 points.
How many violations did Red Cup Café have in its latest inspection?
Red Cup Café had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Red Cup Café located?
Red Cup Café is located at 44-62 21st Street in Queens, NY 11101.
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: 50139003
Last updated: July 3, 2026