Okey

445 Albee Square, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2024, Okey has three inspections in the public record. On Mar 25, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to four violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F”, which has been cited three times.

Okey's latest score of 43 falls below the Brooklyn average of 77. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 2 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

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

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

06F

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

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

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

Nov 25, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

06E

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

02B

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Jun 17, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

02B

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Okey last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Okey on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Okey?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Okey.

How does Okey compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Okey most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Okey's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Okey have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Okey means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Okey inspected?

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

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