La Fogata
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
39
Score
LA FOGATA in Brooklyn, NY, has undergone three inspections, with the most recent visit on January 14, 2026, resulting in a high-risk designation. Inspectors identified five critical and four minor violations, including issues regarding food contamination, chemical storage, and handwashing signage. While previous inspections at the facility were generally low-risk, this latest report notes several areas requiring corrective action.
3
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
39
May 23, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
78
May 19, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
82
Violations — Jan 14, 2026 Inspection
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
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
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Critical
Not Critical
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