Sheba Hookah Lounge

7810 5 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025

Score

High Risk

Sheba Hookah Lounge has been inspected five times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 20, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

The last inspection found seven violations, up from five the time before.

When inspectors have written things up, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

By comparison, the average Brooklyn facility scores 77, putting Sheba Hookah Lounge on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 20, 2025

Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

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 28, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Harmful noxious gas or vapor detected. carbon monoxide (co) level exceeds nine (9) ppm

05B

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

Jan 2, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 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

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

04M

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

08A

The original nutrition fact labels 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.

16-02

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

Jan 26, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

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

04L

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

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

Nov 22, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

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

04L

Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.

04O

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sheba Hookah Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sheba Hookah Lounge on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sheba Hookah Lounge?

Across the inspection record, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sheba Hookah Lounge.

How does Sheba Hookah Lounge compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Sheba Hookah Lounge most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Sheba Hookah Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sheba Hookah Lounge have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about five per visit to around seven more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Sheba Hookah Lounge 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.

How often is Sheba Hookah Lounge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sheba Hookah Lounge is inspected around two times per year on average.

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