Market Bar

1207 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225
American
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2024
61
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

The inspection history at Market Bar is still short, with only two visits logged. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 12, 2024. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around six violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.

Looking across the full record, “filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Market Bar's 61 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

2
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use
09A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
61
Oct 9, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Market Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Market Bar on file is from Dec 12, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Market Bar?

Across the inspection record, “filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Market Bar.

How does Market Bar compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Market Bar most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Market Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Market Bar have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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