Pita Falafel

2919 Avenue J, Brooklyn, NY 11210

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: May 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The newest entry in the record is dated May 21, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Pita Falafel is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 21, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

06E

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

Apr 12, 2024

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / 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

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

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

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

10A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pita Falafel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pita Falafel on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Pita Falafel compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Pita Falafel most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Pita Falafel's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pita Falafel have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pita Falafel means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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