Doctor's Cave Cafe Health Inspection Grade
American · 856 Marcy Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
4
Last inspection
April 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 4
Doctor's Cave Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 20, 2026 found 2 violations, for a total score of 4 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 2 non-critical
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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
April 20, 2026
- Date
- April 20, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 4
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 2 (0 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Apr 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 13, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 30, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 2, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Doctor's Cave Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and December 2024. Its latest score was 4, lower than its December 2024 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.
Doctor's Cave Cafe's latest score: 4
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doctor's Cave Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Doctor's Cave Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Doctor's Cave Cafe last inspected?
Doctor's Cave Cafe was last inspected on April 20, 2026.
What was Doctor's Cave Cafe's latest inspection score?
Doctor's Cave Cafe's latest inspection score was 4 points.
How many violations did Doctor's Cave Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Doctor's Cave Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Doctor's Cave Cafe located?
Doctor's Cave Cafe is located at 856 Marcy Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11216.
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: 50038299
Last updated: June 26, 2026