David's Brisket House
533 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11216
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (11 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Aug 29, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Aug 29, 2025
An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| May 15, 2025 | Grade C | Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection | 2 |
| May 12, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 9 (6 critical) |
| Apr 11, 2025 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Oct 5, 2024 | Grade Pending | Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection | 0 |
| May 9, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Nov 2, 2022 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 5×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.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 18 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
- 3 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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