The Lutheran Halal Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Sandwiches · 5121 2nd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
63
Last inspection
March 6, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
45 / 18
The Lutheran Halal Cafe currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 6, 2026 found 11 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 63 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 6 non-critical
Critical
- Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- 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.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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.
- Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
March 6, 2026
- Date
- March 6, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 63
- Critical points
- 45
- Non-critical points
- 18
- Violations
- 11 (5 critical, 6 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 6, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Dec 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 26, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Lutheran Halal Cafe received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in December 2024 with a score of 10.
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.
The Lutheran Halal Cafe's latest score: 63
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lutheran Halal Cafe's current NYC health grade?
The Lutheran Halal Cafe does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was The Lutheran Halal Cafe last inspected?
The Lutheran Halal Cafe was last inspected on March 6, 2026.
What was The Lutheran Halal Cafe's latest inspection score?
The Lutheran Halal Cafe's latest inspection score was 63 points.
How many violations did The Lutheran Halal Cafe have in its latest inspection?
The Lutheran Halal Cafe had 11 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 6 non-critical violations.
Where is The Lutheran Halal Cafe located?
The Lutheran Halal Cafe is located at 5121 2nd Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11232.
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: 41565686
Last updated: June 26, 2026