Sweet Basil
Sweet Basil has been inspected three times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 17, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, this is about average. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sweet Basil last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sweet Basil on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sweet Basil?
Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sweet Basil.
How does Sweet Basil compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?
Sweet Basil most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.
Has Sweet Basil's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sweet Basil have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sweet Basil means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Sweet Basil inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sweet Basil is inspected roughly once per year on average.