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Square Meals

234 Starr Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237
American
Last inspected: May 5, 2026
37
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Square Meals has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On May 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source”, showing up three times.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Square Meals trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

4
Inspections
6
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 5, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 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
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
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
Unclean or cracked whole eggs or unpasteurized liquid, frozen or powdered eggs kept or used.
03C
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
37
Oct 24, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82
Apr 20, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
82
Apr 4, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. prohibited chemical used/stored. open bait station used.
08C
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Square Meals last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Square Meals on file is from May 5, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Square Meals?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Square Meals.

How does Square Meals compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Square Meals most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Square Meals' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Square Meals have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Square Meals means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Square Meals inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Square Meals is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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