Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
January 13, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 4
Cafe-Flor / BAR 21 currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 13, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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
- 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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
January 13, 2026
- Date
- January 13, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 13, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 24, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cafe-Flor / BAR 21 has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and August 2024. Its latest score was 9, slightly higher than its August 2024 score of 3.
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.
Cafe-Flor / BAR 21's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cafe-Flor / BAR 21's current NYC health grade?
Cafe-Flor / BAR 21 currently has a A grade.
When was Cafe-Flor / BAR 21 last inspected?
Cafe-Flor / BAR 21 was last inspected on January 13, 2026.
What was Cafe-Flor / BAR 21's latest inspection score?
Cafe-Flor / BAR 21's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Cafe-Flor / BAR 21 have in its latest inspection?
Cafe-Flor / BAR 21 had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Cafe-Flor / BAR 21 located?
Cafe-Flor / BAR 21 is located at 218 8th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10011.
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: 50100272
Last updated: June 26, 2026