CAFE LOUNGE in Gravesend (West)
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jan 20, 2026
📍 210 KINGS HIGHWAY, Brooklyn, NY 11223 ·
🍽️ Coffee/Tea
Overview
Cafe Lounge in Gravesend holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH with a score of 10 points. However, the restaurant has been subject to 2 emergency closures since 2024, despite receiving Grade A on its most recent inspection. Across 12 inspections dating from 2024 to 2026, the restaurant has earned Grade A twice.
12
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
2
Grade A Inspections
CAFE LOUNGE in Gravesend (West): Emergency Closures (2)
CAFE LOUNGE in Gravesend (West): Full Inspection History (12 records)
GRADE A
Jan 20, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 10
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Violations:
06E
Jan 20, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and en...
Violations:
28-03
Oct 28, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 17
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
GRADE Z
Jul 18, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 7
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or no...
Jul 11, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 47
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
No...
Jul 9, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 10
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
Jul 7, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 30
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Cold TCS food item ...
🚫 CLOSURE
Jul 1, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 65
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed indiv...
🚫 CLOSURE
Jul 1, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 65
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Violations:
08C
Jul 1, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and en...
GRADE A
May 13, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not k...
Mar 13, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, i...
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CAFE LOUNGE in Gravesend (West): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was CAFE LOUNGE last inspected?
- CAFE LOUNGE was last inspected on January 20, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 10 points.
- What is CAFE LOUNGE's current health grade?
- CAFE LOUNGE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has CAFE LOUNGE been closed by NYC Health?
- CAFE LOUNGE has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has CAFE LOUNGE had?
- CAFE LOUNGE has 12 health inspections on record from March 2024 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at CAFE LOUNGE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at CAFE LOUNGE was 65 points on July 1, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.