ROOT HILL CAFE in Carroll Gardens Cobble Hill Gowanus Red Hook

Latest: GRADE A Last inspected Jul 23, 2025
📍 262 4 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11215  ·  🍽️ Coffee/Tea
Overview

Root Hill Cafe in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 8 points on its most recent inspection. The coffee shop has 3 inspections on record since 2022, with Grade A on 1 inspection and no emergency closures.

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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspection

ROOT HILL CAFE in Carroll Gardens Cobble Hill Gowanus Red Hook: Full Inspection History (3 records)

Jul 23, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 2
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.
Violations: 10F
GRADE A Dec 20, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 8
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. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and fo...
Violations: 10F 06D
Sep 9, 2022 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 25
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. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...
Violations: 02G 08A 04N 04L 06F
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ROOT HILL CAFE in Carroll Gardens Cobble Hill Gowanus Red Hook: Frequently Asked Questions

When was ROOT HILL CAFE last inspected?
ROOT HILL CAFE was last inspected on July 23, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 2 points.
What is ROOT HILL CAFE's current health grade?
ROOT HILL CAFE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many health inspections has ROOT HILL CAFE had?
ROOT HILL CAFE has 3 health inspections on record from September 2022 through July 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
What was the worst inspection score at ROOT HILL CAFE?
The worst inspection score recorded at ROOT HILL CAFE was 25 points on September 9, 2022. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has ROOT HILL CAFE ever received a Grade C?
No. ROOT HILL CAFE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.