Towers Cafe

100 North Portland Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205
American
Last inspected: Jul 25, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Towers Cafe, the earliest from 2023. Towers Cafe was last inspected on Jul 25, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor”, which has been cited three times.

Among Brooklyn restaurants, the typical score is 77; Towers Cafe is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 25, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86
Jun 27, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
82
Apr 5, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Towers Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Towers Cafe on file is from Jul 25, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Towers Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Towers Cafe.

How does Towers Cafe compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Towers Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Towers Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Towers 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.

How often is Towers Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Towers Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.