Lao Jie Hotpot

2314 86 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Lao Jie Hotpot has five inspections on file, the first dated 2021. On Mar 18, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to other Brooklyn restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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

04L

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

06D

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

08A

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

Aug 26, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

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 2, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

7 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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

06D

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

04L

05D

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

04C

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

02B

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

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

08A

Oct 25, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

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

10F

Aug 30, 2021

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.

10B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lao Jie Hotpot last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lao Jie Hotpot on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lao Jie Hotpot?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lao Jie Hotpot.

How does Lao Jie Hotpot compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Lao Jie Hotpot most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Lao Jie Hotpot's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lao Jie Hotpot have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Lao Jie Hotpot means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Lao Jie Hotpot inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lao Jie Hotpot is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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