Don't Call Me Shirley

346 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238

American

Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 17, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Food contact surface accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing one time across the record.

By comparison, the average Brooklyn facility scores 77, putting Don't Call Me Shirley on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 17, 2025

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.

05C

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

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

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

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

10G

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

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Don't Call Me Shirley last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Don't Call Me Shirley on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Don't Call Me Shirley?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Don't Call Me Shirley.

How does Don't Call Me Shirley compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Don't Call Me Shirley most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Don't Call Me Shirley means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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