And Botani
173 LEWIS AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11221
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 23, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 23, 2025
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| May 8, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| May 8, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 1 |
| Apr 18, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 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.
- 22 rodent inspections on record, 6 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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