Jalopy Tavern

317 Columbia Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231

American

Last inspected: Sep 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Jalopy Tavern has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 18, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at three versus four before.

When inspectors have written things up, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average is 77, putting Jalopy Tavern squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 18, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.

10D

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Jan 19, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Mar 12, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jalopy Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jalopy Tavern on file is from Sep 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jalopy Tavern?

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

How does Jalopy Tavern compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

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

Has Jalopy Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jalopy Tavern have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jalopy Tavern 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 Jalopy Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jalopy Tavern is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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