Cava Mezze Grill

307 7 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10001

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Cava Mezze Grill appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 10, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at one versus three before.

Across the inspection history, cold TCS food item held above 41 °F is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Cava Mezze Grill's latest score of 86 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 10, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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.

02G

Jul 2, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

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

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

Apr 13, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

02G

10F

10B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cava Mezze Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cava Mezze Grill on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cava Mezze Grill?

Across the inspection record, cold TCS food item held above 41 °F has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cava Mezze Grill.

How does Cava Mezze Grill compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Cava Mezze Grill most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Cava Mezze Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cava Mezze Grill have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cava Mezze Grill 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 Cava Mezze Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cava Mezze Grill is inspected roughly once per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Explore More

→ All locations in Manhattan → Greek / Mediterranean restaurants in NYC → Greek / Mediterranean restaurants in Manhattan