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New Soldiers Restaurant

1278 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, New Soldiers Restaurant has six inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 18, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: six violations last time, five this time.

Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
82
Aug 29, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Aug 23, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
8 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
25
Jun 25, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 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
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
47
Jun 22, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 4 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
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
52
Mar 21, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was New Soldiers Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at New Soldiers Restaurant on file is from Mar 18, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at New Soldiers Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F has been cited five times, more than any other issue at New Soldiers Restaurant.

How does New Soldiers Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

New Soldiers Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has New Soldiers Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at New Soldiers Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around five violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at New Soldiers Restaurant 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 New Soldiers Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, New Soldiers Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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