Merci Baku Cafe Bakery
1077 BRIGHTON BEACH AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11235
Should you eat here?
Caution — a pest-related violation was found at the latest inspection (6 months ago).
Last inspected Feb 2, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 2, 2026
Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
CriticalSigns of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
A problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection | 8 (4 critical) |
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 3 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
- 7 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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