Sofia Mexican Restaurant

187 Suydam Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Sofia Mexican Restaurant has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 5, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to four violations previously.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Sofia Mexican Restaurant's latest score of 82 sits above the Brooklyn average of 77. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 5, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

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

Nov 21, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

06F

10F

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Mar 16, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

04L

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

06E

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

09C

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

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sofia Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sofia Mexican Restaurant on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sofia Mexican Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sofia Mexican Restaurant.

How does Sofia Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Sofia Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Sofia Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sofia Mexican Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sofia Mexican Restaurant 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 Sofia Mexican Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sofia Mexican Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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