La Isla
293 BROADWAY, Brooklyn, 11211
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 3 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jun 9, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jun 9, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Feb 19, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Oct 2, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Sep 21, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 13 rodent inspections on record, 3 finding rat activity.
- 7 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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