CAFE HERE in Brooklyn
Latest: GRADE N
Last inspected Apr 3, 2026
📍 499 VAN BRUNT STREET, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Overview
Cafe Here in Brooklyn received a Grade N on its most recent NYC DOHMH inspection in 2026, with a score of 117 points. The restaurant has 7 inspections on record from 2026 with no emergency closures, though it has not yet received a letter grade (A, B, or C).
7
Inspections on Record
Grade N
Current Grade
CAFE HERE in Brooklyn: Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE N
Apr 3, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 117
Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. Shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after eac...
Apr 3, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. Shared patron-employee...
GRADE N
Apr 3, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 117
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. Unacceptable material used. Culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. Shared patron...
Apr 3, 2026
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food ...
GRADE N
Apr 3, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 117
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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 dispense...
Apr 3, 2026
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food ...
GRADE N
Apr 3, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 117
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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 dispense...
CAFE HERE in Brooklyn: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was CAFE HERE last inspected?
- CAFE HERE was last inspected on April 3, 2026 (Grade N). The inspection score was 117 points.
- What is CAFE HERE's current health grade?
- CAFE HERE currently holds a Grade N.
- How many health inspections has CAFE HERE had?
- CAFE HERE has 7 health inspections on record.
- What was the worst inspection score at CAFE HERE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at CAFE HERE was 117 points on April 3, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has CAFE HERE ever received a Grade C?
- No. CAFE HERE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.