Sips

5 Central Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206
American
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 12 violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Brooklyn restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

2
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
70
Nov 25, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 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
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Food protection certificate not available for inspection
18-11
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
20-01
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
37

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sips last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sips on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sips?

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

How does Sips compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Sips most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Sips' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sips have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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