786 Crown Chicken & Pizza
407 SARATOGA AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11233
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 Mar 17, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Mar 17, 2025
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 4 |
| Jan 9, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Oct 31, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Sep 26, 2023 | Grade C | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 7 (4 critical) |
| Aug 2, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 7 (4 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.
- 3×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 3×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 49 rodent inspections on record, 15 finding rat activity.
- 11 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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