Donut Connection

1621 Mermaid Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224
American
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Donut Connection appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 12, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up one violation, compared to two violations previously.

When inspectors have written things up, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
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
Oct 11, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74
Jun 15, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Donut Connection last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Donut Connection on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Donut Connection?

Across the inspection record, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Donut Connection.

How does Donut Connection compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Donut Connection most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Donut Connection's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Donut Connection have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about two previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Donut Connection 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 Donut Connection inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Donut Connection is inspected roughly once per year on average.