Baya Bar

1301 Avenue J, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Baya Bar has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 5, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.

“Food contact surface not properly washed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Baya Bar's latest score of 70 falls below the Brooklyn average of 77. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 5, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
70
Oct 22, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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 contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Baya Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Baya Bar on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Baya Bar?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Baya Bar.

How does Baya Bar compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Baya Bar most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Baya Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Baya Bar have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Baya Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.