The Narrows

1037 Flushing Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
American
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at The Narrows, the earliest from 2022. The Narrows was last inspected on Apr 29, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited four times.

The Narrows' latest score is in line with the Brooklyn average of 77. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Ashtray present in smoke-free area.
15-39
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
74
Dec 29, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
04O
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
Ashtray present in smoke-free area.
15-39
64
Apr 26, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
04O
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
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
78
Nov 3, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Narrows last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Narrows on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Narrows?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Narrows.

How does The Narrows compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

The Narrows most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has The Narrows' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Narrows have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Narrows 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 The Narrows inspected?

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