Brasa Peruvian Kitchen

1 Water Street, Manhattan, NY 10004
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged three inspections at Brasa Peruvian Kitchen, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 6, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Brasa Peruvian Kitchen trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Nov 27, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
04C
86
Sep 24, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food containing a prohibited substance held, kept, offered, prepared, processed, packaged, or served.
04P
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brasa Peruvian Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Brasa Peruvian Kitchen on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Brasa Peruvian Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Brasa Peruvian Kitchen most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Brasa Peruvian Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Brasa Peruvian Kitchen have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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