Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar

2183B Ralph Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Seafood
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 14, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Brooklyn restaurant scores 77. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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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
82
Jul 2, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
74
Jan 18, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar 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 Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar is inspected roughly once per year on average.