Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins)

1358 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: May 27, 2023

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins) has been inspected three times since 2022. The most recent visit was on May 27, 2023. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins)'s record stops at May 27, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Brooklyn sits at 77, putting Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins) on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

May 27, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

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

May 8, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

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

04H

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

04M

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

04L

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

06D

10F

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

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

10E

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

10G

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

08A

May 5, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

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

06D

Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.

02G

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

04H

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

06C

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

08C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins) on file is from May 27, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins)?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins).

How does Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins) compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins) most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins)'s inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins) have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pontential Vegetal (Pv Herbs & Vitamins) 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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