Jimbo Slims

524 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222

American

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Jimbo Slims three times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 9, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “dishwashing and ware washing”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Mar 6, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Hot tcs food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º f or above within 2 hours.

02C

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

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

Feb 24, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 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

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

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

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jimbo Slims last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jimbo Slims on file is from Jan 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jimbo Slims?

Across the inspection record, “dishwashing and ware washing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jimbo Slims.

How does Jimbo Slims compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Jimbo Slims most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Jimbo Slims' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jimbo Slims have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jimbo Slims 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 Jimbo Slims inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jimbo Slims is inspected around two times per year on average.

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