Clem's

264 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
American
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Clem's three times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 18, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food contact surface not properly washed”, which has been cited three times.

Among Brooklyn restaurants, the typical score is 77; Clem's is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
82
Nov 4, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
86
Jun 21, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Clem's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Clem's on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Clem's?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Clem's.

How does Clem's compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Clem's most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Clem's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Clem's have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Clem's 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 Clem's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Clem's is inspected roughly once per year on average.