Bark Barbecue
55 Water Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Barbecue DUMBO-Vinegar Hill-Downtown Brklyn-Boerum Hill (347) 881-5799
Grade A · as of Oct 7, 2026
Bark Barbecue was last inspected on October 7, 2026 and scored 7 points (A range). Inspectors found 3 violations.
Latest inspection
October 7, 2026 · Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection
Score: 7 points (A range)
2 general1 paperwork-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Single-use items (cups, utensils, containers) were missing, reused, or left unprotected.
Official wording (code 10H)
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.
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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.
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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.
Inspection history
4 inspections on record
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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A 12 points (A range)
Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection
2 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was being held below 140°F, where bacteria can grow.
Official wording (code 02B)
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Surfaces that touch food weren’t properly washed and sanitized.
Official wording (code 06D)
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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0 0 points (A range)
Inter-Agency Task Force · Initial Inspection
No violations
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Source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 4 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.