Pearl Indian Restaurant

738 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Indian

Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Pearl Indian Restaurant has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Pearl Indian Restaurant was last inspected on Mar 30, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

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

Looking across the full record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

That's lower than the typical Brooklyn restaurant, which scores around 77. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 30, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

02B

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

06D

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

08A

Sep 11, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

06F

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

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

Feb 9, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

04C

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

08A

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Jan 19, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

04A

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pearl Indian Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pearl Indian Restaurant on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pearl Indian Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pearl Indian Restaurant.

How does Pearl Indian Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Pearl Indian Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Pearl Indian Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pearl Indian Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pearl Indian Restaurant 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 Pearl Indian Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pearl Indian Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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