Carnegie Diner and Cafe

1260 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11221

American

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Carnegie Diner and Cafe has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 25, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about nine violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited two times.

Carnegie Diner and Cafe's latest score is in line with the Brooklyn average of 77. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

Dec 22, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

7 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 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

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

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

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

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

06D

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carnegie Diner and Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carnegie Diner and Cafe on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carnegie Diner and Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Carnegie Diner and Cafe.

How does Carnegie Diner and Cafe compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Carnegie Diner and Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Carnegie Diner and Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Carnegie Diner and Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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