Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 133 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
21
Last inspection
January 17, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
14 / 7
Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 17, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
- 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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
January 17, 2026
- Date
- January 17, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 14
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jan 17, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery 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.
Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery's current NYC health grade?
Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery currently has a N grade.
When was Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery last inspected?
Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery was last inspected on January 17, 2026.
What was Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery's latest inspection score?
Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery have in its latest inspection?
Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery located?
Simmer Down Restaurant & Bakery is located at 133 Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11233.
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: 50175900
Last updated: July 3, 2026