The Kova
Inspectors have visited The Kova three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Dec 3, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
“Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Staten Island restaurant, which scores around 75. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Kova last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Kova on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Kova?
Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Kova.
How does The Kova compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?
The Kova most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Staten Island average of 75.
Has The Kova's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Kova have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Kova means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is The Kova inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Kova is inspected roughly once per year on average.