Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
November 12, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 4
Route 66 Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 12, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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
- 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.
- Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Latest Inspection Details
November 12, 2025
- Date
- November 12, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Nov 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 16, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 20, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Route 66 Cafe's most recent graded inspection in November 2025 was a A, after a C in July 2025.
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.
Route 66 Cafe's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Route 66 Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Route 66 Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Route 66 Cafe last inspected?
Route 66 Cafe was last inspected on November 12, 2025.
What was Route 66 Cafe's latest inspection score?
Route 66 Cafe's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Route 66 Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Route 66 Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Route 66 Cafe located?
Route 66 Cafe is located at 858 9th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10019.
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: 41248529
Last updated: June 26, 2026