Nelly's Cakes

597 New Lots Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: May 2, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Nelly's Cakes has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On May 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Brooklyn sits at 77, putting Nelly's Cakes on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 2, 2026
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
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
90
Sep 17, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
82
Aug 16, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
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
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nelly's Cakes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nelly's Cakes on file is from May 2, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nelly's Cakes?

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 Nelly's Cakes.

How does Nelly's Cakes compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

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

Has Nelly's Cakes' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nelly's Cakes have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nelly's Cakes 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 Nelly's Cakes inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Nelly's Cakes is inspected around two times per year on average.