Yemen Cafe
176 ATLANTIC AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11201
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 28, 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 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 28, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Oct 5, 2025 | Grade Pending | Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection | 0 |
| Jul 9, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 14 rodent inspections on record, 5 finding rat activity.
- 10 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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