Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
36
Last inspection
September 25, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
25 / 11
Kaff Kafe currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 25, 2025 found 7 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 36 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 4 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.
- Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- 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.
- Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
September 25, 2025
- Date
- September 25, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 36
- Critical points
- 25
- Non-critical points
- 11
- Violations
- 7 (3 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
Sep 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 5, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 9, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Second Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 9, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 24, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 25, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Kaff Kafe's most recent graded inspection in June 2024 was a A, after a C in January 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.
Kaff Kafe's latest score: 36
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaff Kafe's current NYC health grade?
Kaff Kafe does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Kaff Kafe last inspected?
Kaff Kafe was last inspected on September 25, 2025.
What was Kaff Kafe's latest inspection score?
Kaff Kafe's latest inspection score was 36 points.
How many violations did Kaff Kafe have in its latest inspection?
Kaff Kafe had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Kaff Kafe located?
Kaff Kafe is located at 5320 16th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11204.
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: 41512587
Last updated: June 26, 2026