Phil Cafe

452 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jun 9, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 9, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Phil Cafe's latest score of 90 sits above the Brooklyn average of 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 9, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
90
Feb 26, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Phil Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Phil Cafe on file is from Jun 9, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Phil Cafe compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Phil Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Phil Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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