Bao House
5103 8 AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11220
Should you eat here?
Caution — pest-related violations found across multiple inspections, including the latest (6 months ago).
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jan 14, 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.
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (3 critical) |
| Nov 6, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 5 (1 critical) |
| Jun 26, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 7 (4 critical) |
| Mar 22, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Mar 7, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 6×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 5×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
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