Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
October 17, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
Vex el Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 17, 2025 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
- 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
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
October 17, 2025
- Date
- October 17, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Oct 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 23, 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
Vex el Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and May 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its May 2024 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.
Vex el Cafe's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vex el Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Vex el Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Vex el Cafe last inspected?
Vex el Cafe was last inspected on October 17, 2025.
What was Vex el Cafe's latest inspection score?
Vex el Cafe's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Vex el Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Vex el Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Vex el Cafe located?
Vex el Cafe is located at 104 Wyckoff Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11237.
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: 50072548
Last updated: June 26, 2026