The Grounds of Brooklyn

1117 Newkirk Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11230

Italian

Last inspected: Feb 28, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited The Grounds of Brooklyn three times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 28, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit.

Across the inspection history, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so The Grounds of Brooklyn is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 28, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

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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

Feb 8, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

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

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

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

08A

Aug 30, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 minor violations.

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10B

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Grounds of Brooklyn last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Grounds of Brooklyn on file is from Feb 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Grounds of Brooklyn?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Grounds of Brooklyn.

How does The Grounds of Brooklyn compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

The Grounds of Brooklyn most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has The Grounds of Brooklyn's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Grounds of Brooklyn have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Grounds of Brooklyn 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 The Grounds of Brooklyn inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Grounds of Brooklyn is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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