Joe's Bar & Grill

257 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11223

American

Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Joe's Bar & Grill has been inspected three times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 26, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The pattern that stands out is “food contact surface not properly washed”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 26, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

06D

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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Feb 20, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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

06D

Mar 21, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

04L

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

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

06D

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

10G

Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.

28-01

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

08A

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Joe's Bar & Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Joe's Bar & Grill on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Joe's Bar & Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Joe's Bar & Grill.

How does Joe's Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Joe's Bar & Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Joe's Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Joe's Bar & Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Joe's Bar & Grill 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 Joe's Bar & Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Joe's Bar & Grill is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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