Cafe Madeline Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 1603 Cortelyou Road, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
22
Last inspection
March 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 0
Cafe Madeline currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 20, 2026 found 4 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 22 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- 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
March 20, 2026
- Date
- March 20, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 22
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 4 (4 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Mar 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 23, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 4, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 5, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cafe Madeline has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2024 and April 2023. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its April 2023 score of 12.
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 Madeline's latest score: 22
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cafe Madeline's current NYC health grade?
Cafe Madeline currently has a Z grade.
When was Cafe Madeline last inspected?
Cafe Madeline was last inspected on March 20, 2026.
What was Cafe Madeline's latest inspection score?
Cafe Madeline's latest inspection score was 22 points.
How many violations did Cafe Madeline have in its latest inspection?
Cafe Madeline had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Cafe Madeline located?
Cafe Madeline is located at 1603 Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn, NY 11226.
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: 41629883
Last updated: June 26, 2026