Mokafe

1059 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Aug 4, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Mokafe appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 4, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Dishwashing and ware washing comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Mokafe is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 4, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

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

Mar 31, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 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

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

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

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.

10H

May 22, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

10H

May 3, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / 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

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mokafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mokafe on file is from Aug 4, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mokafe?

Across the inspection record, dishwashing and ware washing has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mokafe.

How does Mokafe compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Mokafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Mokafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mokafe 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 Mokafe 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 Mokafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mokafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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