Downs River
Downs River appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2022. Downs River was last inspected on Apr 14, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to four violations.
Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That's lower than the typical Brooklyn restaurant, which scores around 77. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Downs River last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Downs River on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Downs River?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Downs River.
How does Downs River compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?
Downs River most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.
Has Downs River's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Downs River have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Downs River means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Downs River inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Downs River is inspected roughly once per year on average.