Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
23
Last inspection
February 12, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
21 / 2
Food Lin currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 12, 2026 found 4 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 23 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
February 12, 2026
- Date
- February 12, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 23
- Critical points
- 21
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 4 (3 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 7, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Food Lin has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2024 and June 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its June 2023 score of 7.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Food Lin's latest score: 23
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Food Lin's current NYC health grade?
Food Lin does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Food Lin last inspected?
Food Lin was last inspected on February 12, 2026.
What was Food Lin's latest inspection score?
Food Lin's latest inspection score was 23 points.
How many violations did Food Lin have in its latest inspection?
Food Lin had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Food Lin located?
Food Lin is located at 399 5th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11215.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 41548669
Last updated: June 26, 2026