Little Istanbul

2007 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11229

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records currently show only two inspections for Little Istanbul. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 7, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: six violations versus three before.

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Little Istanbul's 50 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 7, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

02B

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

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

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

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

09C

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

May 15, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

10F

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

09C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Little Istanbul last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Little Istanbul on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Little Istanbul?

Across the inspection record, design, construction, materials used or maintenance has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Little Istanbul.

How does Little Istanbul compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Little Istanbul most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Little Istanbul's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Little Istanbul have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around six more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Little Istanbul means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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