Lucy's Cafe

4706 5 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 17, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The latest visit found two violations, down from five violations the time before.

Across the inspection history, personal cleanliness is inadequate is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded one time.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Brooklyn restaurant scores 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 17, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 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

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Nov 7, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

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

04A

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

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lucy's Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lucy's Cafe on file is from Jan 17, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lucy's Cafe?

Across the inspection record, personal cleanliness is inadequate has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Lucy's Cafe.

How does Lucy's Cafe compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Lucy's Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Lucy's Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Lucy's Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lucy's Cafe 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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