Cava
678 6 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10010
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (10 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Sep 16, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Sep 16, 2025
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Dec 26, 2023 | Grade A | Calorie Posting / Initial Inspection | 2 |
| Sep 26, 2022 | Grade C | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 7 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 6 rodent inspections on record, 3 finding rat activity.
- 6 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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