Brooklyn Tea

411 Lewis Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Brooklyn Tea has five inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 12, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Across the inspection history, food contact surface not properly washed is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Brooklyn Tea's latest score is in line with the Brooklyn average of 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

06D

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

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

Oct 6, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

04A

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

06D

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

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

08A

10F

Mar 14, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

04L

10F

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

08A

Feb 6, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 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

04N

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

10G

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

08A

10B

Nov 2, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

06D

10B

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brooklyn Tea last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Brooklyn Tea on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Brooklyn Tea?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Brooklyn Tea.

How does Brooklyn Tea compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Brooklyn Tea most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Brooklyn Tea's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Brooklyn Tea have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Brooklyn Tea 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 Tea inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Brooklyn Tea is inspected around two times per year on average.

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