Baba On Withers
47 WITHERS STREET, Brooklyn, 11211
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (6 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jun 27, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jun 27, 2026
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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (3 critical) |
| Jan 11, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (4 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.
- 2×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 10 rodent inspections on record, 6 finding rat activity.
- 5 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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