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French · Williamsburg
SIMPLE CAFE health grade & inspection history
346 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11249
13 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Apr 18, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Apr 18, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Apr 18, 2026Inspection date
4Violations 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.
- 08B
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.
- 10B
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.
- 10E
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Score trend
SIMPLE CAFE inspection history
2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | A | 13 | 4 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Oct 3, 2024 | A | 11 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| May 11, 2023 | A | 9 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / 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.
- 08ARecorded in 2 inspections
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Official location
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Common questions
SIMPLE CAFE inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for SIMPLE CAFE?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Apr 18, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 13 violation points.
When was SIMPLE CAFE last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Apr 18, 2026.
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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