Brooklyn Kolache Co

520 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Brooklyn Kolache Co has four inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Nov 19, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

“Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 19, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

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

06D

Aug 27, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

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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

Unclean or cracked whole eggs or unpasteurized liquid, frozen or powdered eggs kept or used.

03C

Mar 11, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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06C

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

Feb 2, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

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Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

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

06D

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brooklyn Kolache Co last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Brooklyn Kolache Co on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Brooklyn Kolache Co?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Brooklyn Kolache Co.

How does Brooklyn Kolache Co compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

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

Has Brooklyn Kolache Co's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Brooklyn Kolache Co have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Brooklyn Kolache Co 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 Kolache Co inspected?

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

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