Rockefeller University - Cafe Health Inspection Grade
American · 1248 York Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10065
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
October 30, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
Rockefeller University - Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 30, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
October 30, 2025
- Date
- October 30, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
Oct 30, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
May 31, 2025
Inspection Type: Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Oct 19, 2024
Inspection Type: Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Jul 12, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 10, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Rockefeller University - Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and July 2024. Its latest score was 7, lower than its July 2024 score of 13.
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.
Rockefeller University - Cafe's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockefeller University - Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Rockefeller University - Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Rockefeller University - Cafe last inspected?
Rockefeller University - Cafe was last inspected on October 30, 2025.
What was Rockefeller University - Cafe's latest inspection score?
Rockefeller University - Cafe's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did Rockefeller University - Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Rockefeller University - Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Rockefeller University - Cafe located?
Rockefeller University - Cafe is located at 1248 York Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10065.
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: 50083186
Last updated: June 26, 2026