Caffeine Underground

447 Central Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: B

Caffeine Underground appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Aug 20, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food contact surface not properly washed”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Brooklyn restaurant, which scores around 77. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 20, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
Mar 27, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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 dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
58
May 15, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Caffeine Underground last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Caffeine Underground on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Caffeine Underground?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Caffeine Underground.

How does Caffeine Underground compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Caffeine Underground most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Caffeine Underground's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Caffeine Underground have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Caffeine Underground means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Caffeine Underground inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Caffeine Underground is inspected roughly once per year on average.