Tooker Alley

793 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238
American
Last inspected: Apr 18, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Tooker Alley has been inspected three times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 18, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

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

Compared to other Brooklyn restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 18, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
67
May 22, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
52
Dec 11, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tooker Alley last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tooker Alley on file is from Apr 18, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tooker Alley?

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

How does Tooker Alley compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Tooker Alley most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Tooker Alley's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Tooker Alley 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 Tooker Alley inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tooker Alley is inspected roughly once per year on average.