Grade ACoffee/Tea

Pep Bake House & Coffee Shop

3100 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11235

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (8 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Dec 9, 2025 · New York City health department

Food 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
A 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.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.

Date	Result	Type	Violations
Dec 9, 2025	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	4 (1 critical)
Aug 7, 2024	Grade A	Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection	3

Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.

2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.

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