Kim's Korean Corn Dogs

5919 8 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Korean

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Kim's Korean Corn Dogs five times, with records going back to 2022. On Apr 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Brooklyn restaurant scores 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Aug 20, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical 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

Aug 2, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

06F

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

Dec 20, 2022

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 minor violations.

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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

10B

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

Oct 31, 2022

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kim's Korean Corn Dogs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kim's Korean Corn Dogs on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kim's Korean Corn Dogs?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kim's Korean Corn Dogs.

How does Kim's Korean Corn Dogs compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Kim's Korean Corn Dogs most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Kim's Korean Corn Dogs' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kim's Korean Corn Dogs have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kim's Korean Corn Dogs 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 Kim's Korean Corn Dogs inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kim's Korean Corn Dogs is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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