Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant

6917 5 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2023, Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 1, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Performance has remained roughly level inspection to inspection, near eight violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been establishment is not free of harborage or conditions, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Brooklyn restaurant, which scores around 77. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 1, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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.

04N

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.

04E

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

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.

10B

Apr 8, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

06C

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

10B

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Mar 11, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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.

02G

10B

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.

10F

May 24, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

04N

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant.

How does Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around eight per visit.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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