La Vara

268 Clinton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 14, 2026. 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 two violations each.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

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

Apr 19, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Vara last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Vara on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does La Vara compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

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

Has La Vara's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Vara have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Vara means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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