Walter's / Karasu Health Inspection Grade
American · 166 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
27
Last inspection
January 21, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
20 / 7
Walter's / Karasu currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 21, 2025 found 6 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 3 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.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
Latest Inspection Details
January 21, 2025
- Date
- January 21, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 20
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (3 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jan 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 2, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 19, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Walter's / Karasu does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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.
Walter's / Karasu's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter's / Karasu's current NYC health grade?
Walter's / Karasu currently has a N grade.
When was Walter's / Karasu last inspected?
Walter's / Karasu was last inspected on January 21, 2025.
What was Walter's / Karasu's latest inspection score?
Walter's / Karasu's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Walter's / Karasu have in its latest inspection?
Walter's / Karasu had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Walter's / Karasu located?
Walter's / Karasu is located at 166 Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11217.
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: 41627123
Last updated: June 26, 2026