Swallow Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 205 North 9th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
May 26, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 2
Swallow Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 26, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- 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
May 26, 2026
- Date
- May 26, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
May 26, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Swallow Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and March 2025. Its latest score was 8, slightly higher than its March 2025 score of 7.
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.
Swallow Cafe's latest score: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swallow Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Swallow Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Swallow Cafe last inspected?
Swallow Cafe was last inspected on May 26, 2026.
What was Swallow Cafe's latest inspection score?
Swallow Cafe's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Swallow Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Swallow Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Swallow Cafe located?
Swallow Cafe is located at 205 North 9th Street 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: 50004403
Last updated: June 26, 2026