Grade ACoffee/Tea

Hidden Grounds

400 UNION AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11211

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (6 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Feb 4, 2026 · New York City health department

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.
Critical
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

Date	Result	Type	Violations
Feb 4, 2026	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	2 (1 critical)
Aug 30, 2024	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection	1
Jun 25, 2024	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	5 (2 critical)
Mar 9, 2023	Grade B	Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection	6 (3 critical)
Feb 9, 2023	Grade Pending	Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection	6 (6 critical)

Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.

3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
2×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.

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