Blue Star Parlor

1112 Cortelyou Road, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Sep 10, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Blue Star Parlor four times, with records going back to 2023. Blue Star Parlor was last inspected on Sep 10, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with two violations after four on the prior visit.

When inspectors have written things up, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Brooklyn restaurants. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
74
Jun 23, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
58
Nov 16, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
90
Mar 14, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
64

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Star Parlor last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Star Parlor on file is from Sep 10, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blue Star Parlor?

Across the inspection record, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blue Star Parlor.

How does Blue Star Parlor compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Blue Star Parlor most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Blue Star Parlor's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Blue Star Parlor have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Blue Star Parlor 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 Blue Star Parlor inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blue Star Parlor is inspected around two times per year on average.