Cardinal Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 94-20 Guy R Brewer Boulevard, Queens, NY 11433
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
December 22, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Cardinal Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 22, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- 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
December 22, 2025
- Date
- December 22, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Dec 22, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 22, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 25, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cardinal Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and July 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its July 2024 score of 3.
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.
Cardinal Cafe's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cardinal Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Cardinal Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Cardinal Cafe last inspected?
Cardinal Cafe was last inspected on December 22, 2025.
What was Cardinal Cafe's latest inspection score?
Cardinal Cafe's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Cardinal Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Cardinal Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Cardinal Cafe located?
Cardinal Cafe is located at 94-20 Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens, NY 11433.
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: 50102761
Last updated: June 26, 2026