OVA CAFE MEZZ in Midtown Times Square
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Feb 5, 2026
📍 1 VANDERBILT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10017 ·
🍽️ American
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🚇 Times Square-42nd Street, Grand Central-42nd Street
Overview
OVA CAFE MEZZ in Midtown Times Square holds a Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 7 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has received Grade A on all 4 inspections dating back to 2022, with no emergency closures on record.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
4
Grade A Inspections
OVA CAFE MEZZ in Midtown Times Square: Full Inspection History (4 records)
GRADE A
Feb 5, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Violations:
10H
GRADE A
Jul 26, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 3
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.
Violations:
10B
GRADE A
Apr 24, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 8
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws n...
GRADE A
Mar 4, 2022
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 4
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material us...
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OVA CAFE MEZZ in Midtown Times Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was OVA CAFE MEZZ last inspected?
- OVA CAFE MEZZ was last inspected on February 5, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 7 points.
- What is OVA CAFE MEZZ's current health grade?
- OVA CAFE MEZZ currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has OVA CAFE MEZZ had?
- OVA CAFE MEZZ has 4 health inspections on record from March 2022 through February 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 4 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at OVA CAFE MEZZ?
- The worst inspection score recorded at OVA CAFE MEZZ was 8 points on April 24, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has OVA CAFE MEZZ ever received a Grade C?
- No. OVA CAFE MEZZ has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.