Santa Fe Bk

178 North 8 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Southwestern

Last inspected: Nov 19, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Santa Fe Bk four times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 19, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Among Brooklyn restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 19, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Jun 5, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste.

04F

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

04H

Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.

05A

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

10G

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

Jan 24, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 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

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

08A

10F

Oct 26, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

04K

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

06D

04N

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

04H

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

08A

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.

28-03

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

10E

10F

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Santa Fe Bk last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Santa Fe Bk on file is from Nov 19, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Santa Fe Bk?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Santa Fe Bk.

How does Santa Fe Bk compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Santa Fe Bk most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Santa Fe Bk's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Santa Fe Bk have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Santa Fe Bk inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Santa Fe Bk is inspected around two times per year on average.

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