Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery

133 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 17, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just one so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 17, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery trails the local norm.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 17, 2026

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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

06D

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

02B

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

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

09C

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery on file is from Jan 17, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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