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Tikka Indian Grill

396 5 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Indian
Last inspected: May 23, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Tikka Indian Grill appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. On May 23, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about six violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Tikka Indian Grill is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 23, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 21, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
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
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
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
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
45
Dec 28, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
43
Sep 16, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tikka Indian Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tikka Indian Grill on file is from May 23, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tikka Indian Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tikka Indian Grill.

How does Tikka Indian Grill compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Tikka Indian Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Tikka Indian Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tikka Indian Grill have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tikka Indian Grill 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 Tikka Indian Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tikka Indian Grill is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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