Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
March 4, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 3
Cava Grill currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 4, 2026 found 4 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE
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.
- 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
March 4, 2026
- Date
- March 4, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 4 (2 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 4, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 21, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cava Grill has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and October 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its October 2024 score of 11.
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.
Cava Grill's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cava Grill's current NYC health grade?
Cava Grill currently has a A grade.
When was Cava Grill last inspected?
Cava Grill was last inspected on March 4, 2026.
What was Cava Grill's latest inspection score?
Cava Grill's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Cava Grill have in its latest inspection?
Cava Grill had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Cava Grill located?
Cava Grill is located at 143 4th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 50053728
Last updated: June 26, 2026