Parlay Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Middle Eastern · 1780 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10031
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
November 21, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
4 / 7
Parlay Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 21, 2025 found 6 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 5 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
- Original label for smoking products sold or offered for sale.
- 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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Failure to make a good faith effort to inform smokers or electronic cigarette users of Smoke-Free Air Act ("SFAA") prohibitions
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
November 21, 2025
- Date
- November 21, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 4
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (1 critical, 5 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Nov 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Parlay Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and May 2024. Its latest score was 11, lower than its May 2024 score of 12.
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.
Parlay Cafe's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parlay Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Parlay Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Parlay Cafe last inspected?
Parlay Cafe was last inspected on November 21, 2025.
What was Parlay Cafe's latest inspection score?
Parlay Cafe's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Parlay Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Parlay Cafe had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 5 non-critical violations.
Where is Parlay Cafe located?
Parlay Cafe is located at 1780 Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10031.
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: 50000767
Last updated: June 26, 2026