Katz's Delicatessen

445 Gold Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
American
Last inspected: Jun 11, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Katz's Delicatessen appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2022. On Jun 11, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average for Brooklyn sits at 77, putting Katz's Delicatessen on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 11, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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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
90
Nov 30, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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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
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
82
Jul 19, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Katz's Delicatessen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Katz's Delicatessen on file is from Jun 11, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Katz's Delicatessen?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Katz's Delicatessen.

How does Katz's Delicatessen compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Katz's Delicatessen most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Katz's Delicatessen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Katz's Delicatessen have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Katz's Delicatessen 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 Katz's Delicatessen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Katz's Delicatessen is inspected roughly once per year on average.