The Simpson

673 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, The Simpson has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Oct 2, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

“Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average is 77, putting The Simpson squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
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
78
May 28, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
74
Dec 6, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Simpson last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Simpson on file is from Oct 2, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Simpson?

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 Simpson.

How does The Simpson compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

The Simpson most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has The Simpson's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Simpson 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 Simpson inspected?

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