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Hive Mind Books

219 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

American Bushwick North (631) 827-8204

Grade A · as of Jun 26, 2026

Hive Mind Books was last inspected on June 26, 2026 and scored 7 points (A range). Inspectors found 2 violations.

Latest inspection

June 26, 2026 · Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection

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Score: 7 points (A range)

2 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Non-food surfaces or equipment were poorly built or maintained.

    Official wording (code 10G)

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

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Fridges or hot-holding units lacked an accurate thermometer.

    Official wording (code 10E)

    Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

ABNov 12, 2024: 101024/11Jun 26, 2026: 7726/06
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 10 points (A range)

    Pre-permit (Operational) · Initial Inspection

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalFood source

      Food came from an unapproved or unknown source (for example, home-prepared).

      Official wording (code 03A)

      Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site.

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