Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
38
Last inspection
January 14, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
30 / 8
LA Fogata currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 14, 2026 found 9 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 38 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
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.
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
January 14, 2026
- Date
- January 14, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 38
- Critical points
- 30
- Non-critical points
- 8
- Violations
- 9 (5 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 19, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
LA Fogata has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2024 and May 2023. Its latest score was 9, lower than its May 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.
LA Fogata's latest score: 38
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA Fogata's current NYC health grade?
LA Fogata does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was LA Fogata last inspected?
LA Fogata was last inspected on January 14, 2026.
What was LA Fogata's latest inspection score?
LA Fogata's latest inspection score was 38 points.
How many violations did LA Fogata have in its latest inspection?
LA Fogata had 9 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is LA Fogata located?
LA Fogata is located at 1549 Gates Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11237.
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: 41149143
Last updated: June 26, 2026