Velvette Black
814 UNION STREET, Brooklyn, 11215
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (10 days ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 31, 2026
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalRaw 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.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Jul 14, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 1 |
| May 27, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Jan 12, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Sep 7, 2023 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 6 (2 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×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.
- 3 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
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