Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
April 10, 2019
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Cloister Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 10, 2019 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Cold food item held above 41º F (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºF) except during necessary preparation.
Non-Critical
- Hand wash sign not posted
- Canned food product observed dented and not segregated from other consumable food items.
Latest Inspection Details
April 10, 2019
- Date
- April 10, 2019
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
7 inspections
Apr 10, 2019
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 5, 2018
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 25, 2018
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 25, 2017
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 24, 2017
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 5, 2017
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 2, 2016
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cloister Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2019 and November 2018. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its November 2018 score of 5.
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.
Cloister Cafe's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cloister Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Cloister Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Cloister Cafe last inspected?
Cloister Cafe was last inspected on April 10, 2019.
What was Cloister Cafe's latest inspection score?
Cloister Cafe's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Cloister Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Cloister Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Cloister Cafe located?
Cloister Cafe is located at 238 East 9th Street 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: 40385461
Last updated: June 26, 2026