Black Horses Tavern

7507 New Utrecht Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

American

Last inspected: Dec 17, 2024

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Black Horses Tavern has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 17, 2024. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at five versus 10 before.

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

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Black Horses Tavern's 58 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 17, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

04A

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

08A

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Oct 6, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 10 violations

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

06D

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

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

04A

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

04H

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

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.

10D

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Black Horses Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Black Horses Tavern on file is from Dec 17, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Black Horses Tavern?

Across the inspection record, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Black Horses Tavern.

How does Black Horses Tavern compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Black Horses Tavern most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Black Horses Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Black Horses Tavern have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around five violations compared to about 10 previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

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