CAFE CANARY in Williamsburg
Latest: GRADE C
Last inspected Apr 3, 2025
Overview
Cafe Canary in Williamsburg holds a current Grade C from NYC DOHMH, scoring 99 points on its most recent inspection in 2025. Across 6 inspections since 2023, the restaurant has received 1 Grade B and 1 Grade C, with no emergency closures on record.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade C
Current Grade
CAFE CANARY in Williamsburg: Full Inspection History (6 records)
Apr 3, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Score: 5
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 materia...
GRADE C
Feb 21, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 99
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water o...
Oct 21, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprot...
GRADE B
Jan 3, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 27
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Oct 27, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 51
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Properly...
Oct 27, 2023
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
Violations:
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CAFE CANARY in Williamsburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was CAFE CANARY last inspected?
- CAFE CANARY was last inspected on April 3, 2025 (Grade C). The inspection score was 5 points.
- What is CAFE CANARY's current health grade?
- CAFE CANARY currently holds a Grade C. Grade C indicates a score of 28 or more points. This is the lowest letter grade issued by NYC Health.
- How many health inspections has CAFE CANARY had?
- CAFE CANARY has 6 health inspections on record from October 2023 through April 2025. Grade B on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at CAFE CANARY?
- The worst inspection score recorded at CAFE CANARY was 99 points on February 21, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has CAFE CANARY ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. CAFE CANARY has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.