Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
November 12, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 7
Istanbul Bay currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 12, 2025 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
November 12, 2025
- Date
- November 12, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Nov 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 9, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 15, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Istanbul Bay has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and November 2023. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its November 2023 score of 12.
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.
Istanbul Bay's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Istanbul Bay's current NYC health grade?
Istanbul Bay currently has a A grade.
When was Istanbul Bay last inspected?
Istanbul Bay was last inspected on November 12, 2025.
What was Istanbul Bay's latest inspection score?
Istanbul Bay's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Istanbul Bay have in its latest inspection?
Istanbul Bay had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Istanbul Bay located?
Istanbul Bay is located at 8002 5th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11209.
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: 50054610
Last updated: June 26, 2026