Grade BAmerican
Baba Cool
33 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11217
Should you eat here?
Grade B at the latest inspection (3 weeks ago).
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · New York City health department
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| May 7, 2025 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Dec 31, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| May 29, 2024 | Grade B | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| May 13, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 5 (5 critical) |
| Apr 19, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection | 7 (6 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 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.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 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.
- 5 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
- 4 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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