Nook

45 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

American

Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Nook has three inspections in the public record. On Jan 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Among Brooklyn restaurants, the typical score is 77; Nook is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 5, 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

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

Aug 16, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 minor violation.

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10F

May 6, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

06F

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

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 Nook last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nook on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nook?

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 Nook.

How does Nook compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Nook most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Nook's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nook have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nook 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 Nook inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Nook is inspected around two times per year on average.

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