Aksaray Turkish Cafe And Restaurant
1618 EAST 16 STREET, Brooklyn, 11229
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (8 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jun 15, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
CriticalA 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.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 15, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Dec 11, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Jul 16, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (6 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
- 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.
- 4 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
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