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Luckybird Cake Studio

163 Montrose Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Bakery Products/Desserts Bushwick South (917) 412-9455

Grade A · as of Feb 8, 2023

Luckybird Cake Studio was last inspected on February 8, 2023 and scored 7 points (A range). Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

February 8, 2023 · Cycle Inspection · Re-inspection

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Score: 7 points (A range)

1 critical1 general
  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

    Wiping cloths were dirty or not kept in sanitizing solution.

    Official wording (code 06F)

    Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Non-food surfaces or equipment were dirty, damaged, or made of unsuitable material.

    Official wording (code 10F)

    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.

ABMar 14, 2020: 242420/03Aug 26, 2022: 343422/08Feb 8, 2023: 7723/02
Inspection scores over time. Lower is better: 0–13 is an A, 14–27 a B, 28 or more a C.

Inspection history

5 inspections on record

  1. 34 34 points (C range)

    Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection

    Scored in the C range on an initial inspection, so no grade is given yet. A re-inspection follows.

    3 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      No one supervising the kitchen held a Food Protection Certificate.

      Official wording (code 04A)

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

    • CriticalPests

      Flies or other nuisance pests were found.

      Official wording (code 04N)

      Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.

    • CriticalFacility

      A hand-washing sink was missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Official wording (code 05D)

      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.

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation was missing or broken, letting grease, heat, or fumes build up.

      Official wording (code 10D)

      Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.

    • GeneralPests

      The building wasn’t pest-proofed: gaps, holes, or clutter that let rodents or insects in or give them shelter.

      Official wording (code 08A)

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

    • PaperworkFood handling

      No “wash hands” sign at the hand sink.

      Official wording (code 09E)

      Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

  2. 24 24 points (B range)

    Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection

    Scored in the B range on an initial inspection, so no grade is given yet. A re-inspection follows.

    3 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Workers’ personal hygiene was inadequate (dirty clothing, no hair restraint, jewelry).

      Official wording (code 06A)

      Personal cleanliness inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.

    • CriticalFood handling

      No one supervising the kitchen held a Food Protection Certificate.

      Official wording (code 04A)

      Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Hot food was being held below 140°F, where bacteria can grow.

      Official wording (code 02B)

      Hot food item not held at or above 140º F.

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation was missing or broken, letting grease, heat, or fumes build up.

      Official wording (code 10D)

      Mechanical or natural ventilation system not provided, improperly installed, in disrepair and/or fails to prevent excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation vapors, odors, smoke, and fumes.

  3. –

    Administrative Miscellaneous · Initial Inspection · Violations were cited in the following area(s)

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkSigns & paperwork

      Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

  4. –

    Smoke-Free Air Act · Initial Inspection · Violations were cited in the following area(s)

    2 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkSmoke-free rules

      Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted

    • PaperworkSmoke-free rules

      Workplace SFAA policy not prominently posted in workplace

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Source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 4 years ago. Always confirm with the official record.