Cava Mezze Grill Health Inspection Grade

Mexican · 280 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016

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A

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).

A
2 Violations
2 Critical

May 1, 2024

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

A
3 Violations
2 Critical1 Non-Critical

Jun 15, 2023

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

No Grade
5 Violations
3 Critical2 Non-Critical

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

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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

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