What is The Lutheran Halal Cafe's health inspection score?

The Lutheran Halal Cafe has a SafeDine safety score of 39 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was The Lutheran Halal Cafe last inspected?

The Lutheran Halal Cafe was last inspected on March 6, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does The Lutheran Halal Cafe have?

The Lutheran Halal Cafe has 10 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is The Lutheran Halal Cafe safe to eat at?

The Lutheran Halal Cafe has a safety score of 39/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does The Lutheran Halal Cafe serve?

The Lutheran Halal Cafe serves Sandwiches cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

The Lutheran Halal Cafe

Name: The Lutheran Halal Cafe
Address: 5121 2 AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11232
Rating: 39

5121 2 AVENUE, Brooklyn

Last Inspected: 3/6/2026

▼Declining

Own or manage this restaurant?

Claim it to unlock analytics →

0Poor

Sandwiches•Brooklyn

Ranked #913 of 1000 in BrooklynBetter than 2% of sandwiches restaurants

Unknown

1 inspection

Last: Mar 6, 2026

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Cross-contaminationHigh Priority

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-95

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-10 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-25 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

Latest

100% weight

Real-time Score: 5/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (39/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

5121 2 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11232

Open in Maps

View Menu Order Online

Inspection History

1 record on file

1 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Mar 26

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection InspectionLatestEstablishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.

5 High5 Med

10 total4 risk factors

5/100inspection score

−75 pts

High Priority (5)

−50 pts

05FInsufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures−10
04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.Risk Factor−10
06CFood, 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.Risk Factor−10
02HAfter 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.Risk Factor−10
04KEvidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (5)

−25 pts

08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.−5
28-06Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.−5
10FNon-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.−5
10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.−5
08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.−5

Base deductions−75 pts

Risk factor bonus (4× +5)−20 pts

Community Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!

Leave a Review

Community Safety Reports

No reviewed safety reports. Help keep others safe by reporting any food safety concerns.

Data source: NYC DOHMH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

Explore More

Restaurants in Brooklyn Sandwiches Restaurants Best in Brooklyn All New York Restaurants