The Center for Fiction Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 15 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
August 13, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
The Center for Fiction currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 13, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 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
- 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
August 13, 2025
- Date
- August 13, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Aug 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 13, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 12, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Center for Fiction has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and May 2023. Its latest score was 7, lower than its May 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.
The Center for Fiction's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Center for Fiction's current NYC health grade?
The Center for Fiction currently has a A grade.
When was The Center for Fiction last inspected?
The Center for Fiction was last inspected on August 13, 2025.
What was The Center for Fiction's latest inspection score?
The Center for Fiction's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did The Center for Fiction have in its latest inspection?
The Center for Fiction had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is The Center for Fiction located?
The Center for Fiction is located at 15 Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11217.
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: 50088071
Last updated: June 26, 2026