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Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant

6917 5 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Apr 18, 2026
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2023, Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant has five inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 18, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly 10 violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Brooklyn restaurant, which scores around 77. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

5
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 18, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations.
View 4 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
55
Dec 1, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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
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
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
37
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
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
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
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
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
35
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
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
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
67
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70

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 Apr 18, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” 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 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Al Aqsa Bakery & Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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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