Pich Restaurant and Lounge

774 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Pich Restaurant and Lounge has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 24, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Among Brooklyn restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 24, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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

06E

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

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

10G

Oct 25, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

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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

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

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

04L

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

02B

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

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

08A

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

08C

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

10G

“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

Jul 14, 2024

Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 3, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

10F

20-04

Mar 16, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

02G

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

02B

10F

May 11, 2022

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. prohibited chemical used/stored. open bait station used.

08C

Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.

10B

Hand wash sign not posted

10J

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pich Restaurant and Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pich Restaurant and Lounge on file is from Jan 24, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pich Restaurant and Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pich Restaurant and Lounge.

How does Pich Restaurant and Lounge compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Pich Restaurant and Lounge most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Pich Restaurant and Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pich Restaurant and Lounge have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pich Restaurant and Lounge 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 Pich Restaurant and Lounge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pich Restaurant and Lounge is inspected around two times per year on average.

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