What is Ova Cafe Mezz's health inspection score?

Ova Cafe Mezz has a SafeDine safety score of 85 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Ova Cafe Mezz last inspected?

Ova Cafe Mezz was last inspected on February 5, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Ova Cafe Mezz have?

Ova Cafe Mezz has 3 total violations across 1 inspection on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Ova Cafe Mezz safe to eat at?

Yes, Ova Cafe Mezz has an excellent safety record with a score of 85/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Ova Cafe Mezz serve?

Ova Cafe Mezz serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Ova Cafe Mezz

Name: Ova Cafe Mezz
Address: 1 VANDERBILT AVENUE, Manhattan, 10017
Rating: 85

1 VANDERBILT AVENUE, Manhattan

Last Inspected: 2/5/2026

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0Excellent

American•Manhattan

Ranked #965 of 1000 in ManhattanBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Unknown

1 inspection

Last: Feb 5, 2026

low confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-15

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-15 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

Latest

100% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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1 VANDERBILT AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10017

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Inspection History

1 record on file

1 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Feb 26

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection InspectionLatestViolations were cited in the following area(s).

3 Med

3 total

85/100inspection score

−15 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.−5
10BAnti-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.−5
10HSingle service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.−5

Base deductions−15 pts

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Data source: NYC DOHMH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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