Life Cafe
18 6 AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11217
Should you eat here?
Caution — a pest-related violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago).
Last inspected Aug 5, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Aug 5, 2025
Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 |
| Jul 23, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Apr 2, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection | 10 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
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