Silver Light Tavern

689 Lorimer Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
American
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Silver Light Tavern stretching back to 2022. On Nov 20, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The pattern that stands out is “food contact surface not properly washed”, which has been cited two times.

Among Brooklyn restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
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
78
Apr 10, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
78
Mar 25, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Silver Light Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Silver Light Tavern on file is from Nov 20, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Silver Light Tavern?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Silver Light Tavern.

How does Silver Light Tavern compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Silver Light Tavern most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Silver Light Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Silver Light Tavern have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Silver Light Tavern 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 Silver Light Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Silver Light Tavern is inspected roughly once per year on average.