Tripoli / Swallow Cafe

156 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged four inspections at Tripoli / Swallow Cafe, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 28, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food contact surface not properly washed”, showing up three times.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Tripoli / Swallow Cafe trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 28, 2026

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

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

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

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

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

08A

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

Jul 30, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Mar 13, 2023

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

10F

Feb 7, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.

02G

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tripoli / Swallow Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tripoli / Swallow Cafe on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tripoli / Swallow Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tripoli / Swallow Cafe.

How does Tripoli / Swallow Cafe compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Tripoli / Swallow Cafe most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Tripoli / Swallow Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tripoli / Swallow Cafe have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Tripoli / Swallow Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Tripoli / Swallow Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tripoli / Swallow Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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