Cava Mezze Grill Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 280 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
January 7, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
13 / 0
Cava Mezze Grill currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 7, 2026 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Latest Inspection Details
January 7, 2026
- Date
- January 7, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 13
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 7, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 1, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 15, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cava Mezze Grill has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and May 2024. Its latest score remained 13 in both inspections.
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 Mezze Grill's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cava Mezze Grill's current NYC health grade?
Cava Mezze Grill currently has a A grade.
When was Cava Mezze Grill last inspected?
Cava Mezze Grill was last inspected on January 7, 2026.
What was Cava Mezze Grill's latest inspection score?
Cava Mezze Grill's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Cava Mezze Grill have in its latest inspection?
Cava Mezze Grill had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Cava Mezze Grill located?
Cava Mezze Grill is located at 280 Madison Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10016.
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: 50103438
Last updated: June 26, 2026