La Palina Restaurant
159 AVENUE O, Brooklyn, 11204
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (9 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Nov 8, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Nov 8, 2025
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 8, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Apr 12, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
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- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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