Footprints Cafe Express

1377 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Footprints Cafe Express three times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 12, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Looking across the full record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Brooklyn restaurant scores 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
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
82
Mar 4, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
78
Jan 11, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
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
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Footprints Cafe Express last inspected?

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

What is the most common violation at Footprints Cafe Express?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Footprints Cafe Express.

How does Footprints Cafe Express compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Footprints Cafe Express most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Footprints Cafe Express' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Footprints Cafe Express have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Footprints Cafe Express 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 Footprints Cafe Express inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Footprints Cafe Express is inspected roughly once per year on average.