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Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe

398 Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Korean
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 7, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
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
Nov 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 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
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.
28-03
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
61
Jul 24, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
74
Jul 17, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe?

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 Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe.

How does Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe 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 Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ugly Donuts & Corn Dogs Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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