Smoothie Bar

5100 Kings Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11234

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show five inspections at Smoothie Bar stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 27, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: four violations last time, one this time.

The pattern that stands out is food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 27, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

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Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

Jul 26, 2024

Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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

04A

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

Jul 1, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

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

10E

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 10, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

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

04A

Apr 18, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

06C

No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

05H

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

06D

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

04L

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 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

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smoothie Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smoothie Bar on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Smoothie Bar?

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 Smoothie Bar.

How does Smoothie Bar compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Smoothie Bar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Smoothie Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Smoothie Bar have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Smoothie Bar 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 Smoothie Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Smoothie Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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