Primo Pica Pollo
887 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11232
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (5 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Feb 26, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 26, 2026
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
CriticalA 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.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2026 | Grade B | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 4 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
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