Ruzana
486 85 STREET, Brooklyn, 11209
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (5 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Feb 21, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 21, 2026
A problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Sep 20, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Mar 27, 2023 | Grade C | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 6 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 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 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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