Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee

543 3 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215

American

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee three times, with records going back to 2023. On Feb 25, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Brooklyn facility scores 77, putting Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 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

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

04A

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

06D

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

“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

Oct 12, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial 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

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

Feb 27, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

04L

10F

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee.

How does Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee 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.

How often is Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lowlands Bar / Long Shadow Coffee is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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