Elk Cafe
154 PROSPECT PARK SOUTHWEST, Brooklyn, 11218
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Aug 4, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Aug 4, 2025
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Dec 6, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| Mar 18, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Jun 1, 2023 | 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.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 2 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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