Yafa Cafe

505 State Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jul 10, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 10, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Food contact surface not properly washed comes up most often, recorded one time in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Brooklyn restaurant scores 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 10, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food protection certificate not available for inspection
18-11
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yafa Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yafa Cafe on file is from Jul 10, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Yafa Cafe?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Yafa Cafe.

How does Yafa Cafe compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Yafa Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Yafa 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.