L And Z Bakery
2472 86 STREET, Brooklyn, 11214
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 5, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalRaw 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Nov 4, 2024 | Grade C | Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection | 2 |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Oct 28, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Feb 7, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×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.
- 1 rodent inspection on record, none finding rat activity.
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