Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
29
Last inspection
February 2, 2024
Critical / non-critical points
17 / 12
Babel Loft currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 2, 2024 found 6 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 29 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) food not cooked to required minimum internal temperature. • Poultry, poultry parts, ground and comminuted poultry, all stuffing containing poultry, meats, fish or ratites to or above 165 °F for 15 seconds with no interruption of the cooking process • Ground meat, and food containing ground and comminuted meat, to or above 158 °F for 15 seconds with no interruption of the cooking process, except per individual customer request • Pork, any food containing pork to or above 150 °F for 15 seconds • Mechanically tenderized or injected meats to or above 155 °F. • Whole meat roasts and beef steak to or above required temperature and time except per individual customer request • Raw animal foods cooked in microwave to or above165 °F, covered, rotated or stirred • All other foods to or above 140 °F for 15 seconds; shell eggs to or above 145 °F for 15 seconds except per individual customer request.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
Latest Inspection Details
February 2, 2024
- Date
- February 2, 2024
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 29
- Critical points
- 17
- Non-critical points
- 12
- Violations
- 6 (2 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Feb 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Babel Loft 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.
Babel Loft's latest score: 29
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Babel Loft's current NYC health grade?
Babel Loft currently has a N grade.
When was Babel Loft last inspected?
Babel Loft was last inspected on February 2, 2024.
What was Babel Loft's latest inspection score?
Babel Loft's latest inspection score was 29 points.
How many violations did Babel Loft have in its latest inspection?
Babel Loft had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Babel Loft located?
Babel Loft is located at 646 Dean Street in Brooklyn, NY 11238.
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: 50141154
Last updated: July 3, 2026