The Social Ice Cream Shop
816 WASHINGTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11238
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (8 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Nov 20, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Nov 20, 2025
An 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Sep 29, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Jan 29, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Oct 15, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 7 (5 critical) |
| Mar 25, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 7 rodent inspections on record, 4 finding rat activity.
- 7 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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