New York City, NY - City health officials cited Mokafe for health violations during an inspection on 08/04/2025.
The dining establishment functions from 1059 Manhattan Avenue in Greenpoint, a well-trafficked section of New York City recognized for its restaurant culture.
The inspection report documents: "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." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to Food Safety Modernization Act, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
In addition to regulatory requirements, these issues may affect the business's standing and public trust. Community health organizations track health department findings to provide education to local residents.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Mokafe immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| GRADE | N |
| BORO | Brooklyn |
| Council District | 33 |
| Census Tract | 056100 |
| Community Board | 301 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Coffee/Tea |
| BIN | 3065319 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| BUILDING | 799 |
| DBA | MOKAFE |
| CAMIS | 50165673 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
| Longitude | -73.953071175592 |
| SCORE | 17 |
| NTA | BK76 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/29/2025 |
| STREET | MANHATTAN AVENUE |
| ZIPCODE | 11222 |
| PHONE | 9293779539 |
| Latitude | 40.727751448222 |
| BBL | 3025960022 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 06D; 19-05; 10F; 04N; 08A |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. || 19-05: Providing single-use plastic stirrers or single-use plastic splash sticks. || 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. || 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies; blow flies; bottle flies; flesh flies; drain flies; Phorid flies and fruit flies. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. |
This inspection was conducted on August 4, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. | 19-05: Providing single-use plastic stirrers or single-use plastic splash sticks. | 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. | 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
