Water Street Tavern
71 JAY STREET, Brooklyn, 11201
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jun 3, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jun 3, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
A 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Oct 4, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Feb 1, 2024 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 3 |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 7 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 3 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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