Cafe 101

394 Lenox Road, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Aug 27, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, Cafe 101 has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 27, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 27, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 minor violations.
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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.
10B
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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.
10F
86
Jun 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
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Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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.
10F
86
Dec 12, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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.
10F
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe 101 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe 101 on file is from Aug 27, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe 101?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe 101.

How does Cafe 101 compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Cafe 101 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Cafe 101's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe 101 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe 101 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Cafe 101 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe 101 is inspected roughly once per year on average.