Pep Bake House & Coffee Shop
532 NEPTUNE AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11224
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (6 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jun 25, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalAn issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
CriticalA 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.
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (1 critical) |
| Aug 9, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 6 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 3 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
- 18 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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