Goose Barnacle

91 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 14, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, this is about average. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
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
78
Oct 4, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Goose Barnacle last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Goose Barnacle on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Goose Barnacle?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Goose Barnacle.

How does Goose Barnacle compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Goose Barnacle most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Goose Barnacle's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Goose Barnacle have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Goose Barnacle means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.