Elder Greene

160 Franklin Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222
American
Last inspected: Sep 3, 2025
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2023, Elder Greene has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 3, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

Across the inspection history, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to other Brooklyn restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 3, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
May 31, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
82
Jan 6, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Elder Greene last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Elder Greene on file is from Sep 3, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Elder Greene?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Elder Greene.

How does Elder Greene compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Elder Greene most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Elder Greene's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Elder Greene have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Elder Greene 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.

How often is Elder Greene inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Elder Greene is inspected roughly once per year on average.