Nathan's Famous

1310 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224

American

Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Nathan's Famous has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Nathan's Famous was last inspected on Oct 8, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

When inspectors have written things up, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 8, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

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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

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

08A

Jul 24, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

04H

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

02B

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

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

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

04A

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

08A

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Apr 26, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nathan's Famous last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nathan's Famous on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nathan's Famous?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nathan's Famous.

How does Nathan's Famous compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Nathan's Famous most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Nathan's Famous's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Nathan's Famous 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 Nathan's Famous means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Nathan's Famous inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Nathan's Famous is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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