Werkshop

181 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Werkshop stretching back to 2023. On Mar 11, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Werkshop's latest score is in line with the Brooklyn average of 77. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

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Inspections
2
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
74
Nov 6, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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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
74
Aug 15, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
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.
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74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Werkshop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Werkshop on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Werkshop?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Werkshop.

How does Werkshop compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Werkshop most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Werkshop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Werkshop have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Werkshop 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 Werkshop inspected?

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