Lalin's
1131 BROADWAY, Brooklyn, 11221
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (3 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 16, 2026
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.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 4 (4 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.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 48 rodent inspections on record, 16 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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