Pura Vida

25 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11249

American

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The inspection history at Pura Vida is still short, with only one visit logged. The most recent visit was on Apr 21, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Compared to other Brooklyn restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

06E

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

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

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

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

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

Food adulterated or misbranded. adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pura Vida last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pura Vida on file is from Apr 21, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Pura Vida compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Pura Vida most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pura Vida means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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