Casa Vieja Restaurant
6007 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11220
Should you eat here?
Looks good — Grade A at the latest inspection (5 months ago), with no critical violations at that inspection.
Last inspected Feb 25, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 25, 2026
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
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.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 |
| Nov 14, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| May 20, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / 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×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
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