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Vostochnaya Kuhnya

504 Brighton Beach Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Eastern European
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Vostochnaya Kuhnya appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. Vostochnaya Kuhnya was last inspected on Mar 30, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Vostochnaya Kuhnya's latest score of 100 sits above the Brooklyn average of 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 25, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Mar 23, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
64
Mar 19, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
8 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
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 mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
23
May 23, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vostochnaya Kuhnya last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vostochnaya Kuhnya on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Vostochnaya Kuhnya?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Vostochnaya Kuhnya.

How does Vostochnaya Kuhnya compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Vostochnaya Kuhnya most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Vostochnaya Kuhnya's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Vostochnaya Kuhnya have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Vostochnaya Kuhnya 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 Vostochnaya Kuhnya inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Vostochnaya Kuhnya is inspected around three times per year on average.

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