Pollos a LA Brasa Health Inspection Grade

Spanish · 691 Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

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Z

Current Grade

Current grade

Z

Latest score

44

Last inspection

June 10, 2026

Critical / non-critical points

35 / 9

Pollos a LA Brasa currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 10, 2026 found 9 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 44 points.

Latest Violations

5 critical · 4 non-critical

Critical

  • Shellfish not from approved source, not or improperly tagged/labeled; tags not retained for 90 days.
  • Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
  • Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
  • 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.
  • Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

Non-Critical

  • 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.
  • Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
  • Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  • 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

June 10, 2026
Date
June 10, 2026
Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade
Z
Score
44
Critical points
35
Non-critical points
9
Violations
9 (5 critical, 4 non-critical)

Inspection History

5 inspections

Jun 10, 2026

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

Z
9 Violations
5 Critical4 Non-Critical

Apr 21, 2026

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

No Grade
6 Violations
4 Critical2 Non-Critical

Jan 17, 2025

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

B
6 Violations
3 Critical3 Non-Critical

Nov 21, 2024

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

No Grade
8 Violations
3 Critical5 Non-Critical

Dec 19, 2023

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

A
2 Violations
1 Critical1 Non-Critical

Grade Trend

Pollos a LA Brasa's most recent graded inspection in January 2025 was a B, after a A in December 2023.

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.

Pollos a LA Brasa's latest score: 44

Grade range: C

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pollos a LA Brasa's current NYC health grade?

Pollos a LA Brasa currently has a Z grade.

When was Pollos a LA Brasa last inspected?

Pollos a LA Brasa was last inspected on June 10, 2026.

What was Pollos a LA Brasa's latest inspection score?

Pollos a LA Brasa's latest inspection score was 44 points.

How many violations did Pollos a LA Brasa have in its latest inspection?

Pollos a LA Brasa had 9 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.

Where is Pollos a LA Brasa located?

Pollos a LA Brasa is located at 691 Knickerbocker Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11221.

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: 50107354
Last updated: June 30, 2026