Puff

1307 Avenue Z, Brooklyn, NY 11235

Eastern European

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2012

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show seven inspections at Puff stretching back to 2009. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 17, 2012. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Public records show no inspections at Puff since Feb 17, 2012, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations”, showing up six times.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Puff is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 17, 2012

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

Flavored tobacco products sold or offered for sale

15S

Jan 20, 2012

Trans Fat / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

Appropriately scaled metal stem-type thermometer or thermocouple not provided or used to evaluate temperatures of potentially hazardous foods during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.

04J

The original nutritional fact labels and/or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16B

Bulb not shielded or shatterproof, in areas where there is extreme heat, temperature changes, or where accidental contact may occur.

22C

Aug 10, 2011

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Live roaches present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04M

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (frsa) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and phorid flies.

04N

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

Jun 16, 2011

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Live roaches present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04M

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

Apr 29, 2010

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Evidence of roaches or live roaches present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04N

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to vermin exist.

08A

Feb 26, 2010

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure not provide at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.

05D

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

"choking first aid" poster not posted. "alcohol and pregnancy" warning sign not posted. latex gloves, sign not posted. inspection report sign not posted.

18I

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained.

10G

Milk or milk product undated, improperly dated or expired.

09B

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

10A

Immersion basket not provided, used or of incorrect size. incorrect manual technique. test kit and thermometer not provide or used. improper drying practices.

10K

The original nutritional fact labels and/or ingredients label is not maintained on site

16B

"wash hands" sign not posted at hand wash facility.

10M

May 22, 2009

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

Appropriately scaled metal stem-type thermometer not provided ore used to evaluate temperatures of potentially hazardous foods during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.

04K

"choking first aid" poster not posted. "alcohol and pregnancy" warning sign not posted. latex gloves, sign not posted. inspection report sign not posted.

18I

"wash hands" sign not posted at hand wash facility.

10M

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Puff last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Puff on file is from Feb 17, 2012. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Puff?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Puff.

How does Puff compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

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

Has Puff's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Puff have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Puff 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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