Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
39
Last inspection
January 7, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
33 / 6
Little Istanbul currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 7, 2026 found 6 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 39 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
January 7, 2026
- Date
- January 7, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 39
- Critical points
- 33
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 6 (4 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Jan 7, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 15, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Little Istanbul received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in May 2024 with a score of 9.
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.
Little Istanbul's latest score: 39
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Istanbul's current NYC health grade?
Little Istanbul does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Little Istanbul last inspected?
Little Istanbul was last inspected on January 7, 2026.
What was Little Istanbul's latest inspection score?
Little Istanbul's latest inspection score was 39 points.
How many violations did Little Istanbul have in its latest inspection?
Little Istanbul had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Little Istanbul located?
Little Istanbul is located at 2007th Avenue U in Brooklyn, NY 11229.
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: 50149888
Last updated: July 3, 2026