BLACK FOREST BROOKLYN.

NYC Health Dept

181 SMITH STREET · BROOKLYN, NEW YORK CITY

Graded A, 9 points (Aug 2023). 3 critical violations on the latest inspection.

2 inspections on record since 2023 · Last inspected Mar 2026 · 3 critical violations in the last 12 months.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS

VIOLATIONS

total on record

LAST INSPECTED

MAR 2026

INSPECTION HISTORY

MAR 21

2026

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 3 violations 3 CRITICAL

Critical Documentation & Training

Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

Critical Food Temperature

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 dur

Critical Food Storage & Handling

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condi

AUG 30

2023

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 3 violations

Not Critical Sanitation

Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

Not Critical Plumbing & Waste

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

Not Critical Sanitation

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 under

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