Brooklyn Diner

1500 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10036
American
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Brooklyn Diner has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Dec 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near three violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, design, construction, materials used or maintenance has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Brooklyn Diner's latest score of 86 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
86
Jul 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
82
Apr 18, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brooklyn Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Brooklyn Diner on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Brooklyn Diner?

Across the inspection record, design, construction, materials used or maintenance has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Brooklyn Diner.

How does Brooklyn Diner compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Brooklyn Diner most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Brooklyn Diner's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Brooklyn Diner have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Brooklyn Diner inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Brooklyn Diner is inspected roughly once per year on average.