Dog Day Afternoon

266 Prospect Park West, Brooklyn, NY 11215
American
Last inspected: Dec 27, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Dog Day Afternoon, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 27, 2024. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Brooklyn sits at 77, putting Dog Day Afternoon on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 27, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Food protection certificate not available for inspection
18-11
82
Oct 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.
03A
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
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
58
May 22, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86
Apr 28, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.
06F
Personal cleanliness inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.
06A
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
70
Feb 24, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Hot food item that has been cooked and refrigerated is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º f or above within 2 hours.
02C
Food from unapproved or unknown source or home canned. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing; or rop foods prepared on premises transported to another site.
03A
Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.
02B
64

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dog Day Afternoon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dog Day Afternoon on file is from Dec 27, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dog Day Afternoon?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dog Day Afternoon.

How does Dog Day Afternoon compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Dog Day Afternoon most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Dog Day Afternoon's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dog Day Afternoon have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dog Day Afternoon 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 Dog Day Afternoon inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dog Day Afternoon is inspected around two times per year on average.