The Halal Basket

97 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218

Indian

Last inspected: Mar 29, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The inspection history at The Halal Basket is still short, with only two visits logged. The Halal Basket was last inspected on Mar 29, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The most recent inspection at The Halal Basket is from Mar 29, 2024, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly 13 violations before.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so The Halal Basket is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 29, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection

2 minor violations.

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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

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Mar 26, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

8 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.

05C

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

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

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

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

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

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

08A

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Halal Basket last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Halal Basket on file is from Mar 29, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does The Halal Basket compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

The Halal Basket most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has The Halal Basket's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Halal Basket have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Halal Basket 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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