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Taste of the City Fresh Grill

1368 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
37
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Taste of the City Fresh Grill has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 27, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 10 violations per visit versus roughly eight violations earlier in the record.

“Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Brooklyn restaurant, which scores around 77. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

4
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Original label for smoking products sold or offered for sale.
15-22
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
37
May 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
8 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
27
Mar 12, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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 protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
45
Feb 2, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taste of the City Fresh Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taste of the City Fresh Grill on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taste of the City Fresh Grill?

Across the inspection record, “properly scaled and calibrated thermometer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taste of the City Fresh Grill.

How does Taste of the City Fresh Grill compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Taste of the City Fresh Grill most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Taste of the City Fresh Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taste of the City Fresh Grill have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taste of the City Fresh Grill 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 Taste of the City Fresh Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taste of the City Fresh Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.

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