Balkan Grind

5 Withers Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: May 9, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent visit was on May 9, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing one time across the record.

The city-wide average for Brooklyn sits at 77, putting Balkan Grind on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

1
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 9, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
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
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Balkan Grind last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Balkan Grind on file is from May 9, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Balkan Grind?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Balkan Grind.

How does Balkan Grind compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Balkan Grind most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Balkan Grind means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.