Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
March 10, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Panini LA Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 10, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
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
March 10, 2025
- Date
- March 10, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
Mar 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Apr 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Jun 2, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 17, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Mar 14, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Grade Trend
Panini LA Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2025 and June 2023. Its latest score was 12, lower than its June 2023 score of 13.
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.
Panini LA Cafe's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panini LA Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Panini LA Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Panini LA Cafe last inspected?
Panini LA Cafe was last inspected on March 10, 2025.
What was Panini LA Cafe's latest inspection score?
Panini LA Cafe's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Panini LA Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Panini LA Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Panini LA Cafe located?
Panini LA Cafe is located at 45 Lee Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11211.
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: 50004337
Last updated: June 26, 2026