1050 Cafe
1050 FORBELL STREET, Brooklyn, 11208
Should you eat here?
The latest inspection was 1 year ago — conditions may have changed. Grade A at that time, with no critical violations at that inspection.
Last inspected Jul 29, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 29, 2025
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
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.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 |
| Apr 10, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Dec 12, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Dec 27, 2022 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 2 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 7 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 4×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 2 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 7 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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