Tavares Restaurant

234 Cleveland Street, Brooklyn, NY 11208

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at Tavares Restaurant is still short, with only two visits logged. On Apr 13, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 13, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Oct 25, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

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

06D

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tavares Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tavares Restaurant on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Tavares Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

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

Has Tavares Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tavares Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tavares 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.

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