Laojie Hotpot

811 53 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Other

Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Laojie Hotpot was last inspected on Apr 20, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The city-wide average for Brooklyn sits at 77, putting Laojie Hotpot on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 20, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; worker fails to refrain from smoking or being fully clothed in clean outer garments.

04D

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Dec 7, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

06D

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

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

08A

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Laojie Hotpot last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Laojie Hotpot on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Laojie Hotpot compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

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

Has Laojie Hotpot's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Laojie Hotpot have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Laojie Hotpot 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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