Almah Cafe
87 UTICA AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11213
Should you eat here?
Caution — a pest-related violation was found at the latest inspection (3 weeks ago).
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 15, 2026
Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
CriticalSigns of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| May 12, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 8 rodent inspections on record, 7 finding rat activity.
- 9 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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