The Maiz Project
55 WATER STREET, Brooklyn, 11201
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 30, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 30, 2025
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalA 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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Jul 2, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 4 (4 critical) |
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 5 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
- 25 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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