Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
October 2, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 3
Tikal Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 2, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
October 2, 2025
- Date
- October 2, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Oct 2, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 7, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 5, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Tikal Cafe's most recent graded inspection in October 2025 was a A, after a B in July 2025.
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.
Tikal Cafe's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tikal Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Tikal Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Tikal Cafe last inspected?
Tikal Cafe was last inspected on October 2, 2025.
What was Tikal Cafe's latest inspection score?
Tikal Cafe's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Tikal Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Tikal Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Tikal Cafe located?
Tikal Cafe is located at 1312 Decatur Street in Brooklyn, NY 11207.
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: 50106251
Last updated: June 26, 2026