Squarrel Cafe
572 ATLANTIC AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11217
Should you eat here?
Caution — a pest-related violation was found at the latest inspection (3 weeks ago).
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 16, 2026
Signs 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.
Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 |
| Sep 11, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (5 critical) |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Apr 29, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Oct 27, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 1 |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 5×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 9 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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