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Tex-Mex · Mott Haven-Port Morris
ROYAL CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR health grade & inspection history
514 EAST 138 STREET, Bronx, NY 10454
12 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Dec 17, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Dec 17, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Dec 17, 2025Inspection date
3Violations recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 04HCritical violation
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- 09C
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 10F
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Score trend
ROYAL CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR inspection history
1 more inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | A | 12 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Sep 5, 2024 | A | 11 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Aug 21, 2024 | — | 31 | 6 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Feb 6, 2024 | — | 22 | 4 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
| Feb 6, 2024 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 10FRecorded in 3 inspections
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- 09CRecorded in 2 inspections
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 02GRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
- 10BRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
Official location
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Common questions
ROYAL CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for ROYAL CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Dec 17, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 12 violation points.
When was ROYAL CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Dec 17, 2025.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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