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Cafe Ornithology

1037 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Mediterranean Bushwick South (917) 231-4766

Grade A · as of Nov 13, 2025

Cafe Ornithology was last inspected on November 13, 2025 and scored 8 points (A range). Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

November 13, 2025 · Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection

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Score: 8 points (A range)

1 critical1 general
  • 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.

  • 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 5, 2024: 7724/03Nov 13, 2025: 8825/11
Inspection scores over time. Lower is better: 0–13 is an A, 14–27 a B, 28 or more a C.

Inspection history

2 inspections on record

  1. A 7 points (A range)

    Pre-permit (Operational) · Initial Inspection

    1 critical Show violations
    • 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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Source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 12 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.