Poetica Coffee
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
55
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Poetica Coffee, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 14, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “current letter grade or grade pending card not posted” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to other Brooklyn restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
6
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
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
55
Dec 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
52
Sep 23, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
74
Sep 3, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
61
Aug 8, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
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
67
Mar 22, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Current letter grade or "grade pending" card not posted.
20-06
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Poetica Coffee last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Poetica Coffee on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Poetica Coffee?
Across the inspection record, “current letter grade or grade pending card not posted” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Poetica Coffee.
How does Poetica Coffee compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?
Poetica Coffee most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.
Has Poetica Coffee's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Poetica Coffee have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Poetica Coffee means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Poetica Coffee inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Poetica Coffee is inspected around two times per year on average.
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