What is Quezada Restaurant's health inspection score?

Quezada Restaurant has a SafeDine safety score of 55 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Quezada Restaurant last inspected?

Quezada Restaurant was last inspected on March 12, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Quezada Restaurant have?

Quezada Restaurant has 13 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Quezada Restaurant safe to eat at?

Quezada Restaurant has a safety score of 55/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Quezada Restaurant serve?

Quezada Restaurant serves Latin American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Quezada Restaurant

Name: Quezada Restaurant
Address: 1212 FLATBUSH AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11226
Rating: 55

1212 FLATBUSH AVENUE, Brooklyn

Last Inspected: 3/12/2026

▲Improving

Own or manage this restaurant?

Claim it to unlock analytics →

0Fair

Latin American•Brooklyn

Ranked #975 of 1000 in BrooklynBetter than 38% of latin american restaurants

Improving

3 inspections

Last: Mar 12, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

4.3

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

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-45

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-8 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+25 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

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

1212 FLATBUSH AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11226

Open in Maps

View Menu Order Online

Violation Timeline

Nov 2025

1 inspections

2 high priority

3 intermediate

Nov

Dec 2025

1 inspections

4 high priority

2 intermediate

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

Mar

Inspection History

3 records on file

2 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection1 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Mar 26

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection InspectionLatestViolations were cited in the following area(s).

1 High1 Med

2 total1 risk factor

80/100inspection score

−15 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.−5

Base deductions−15 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Dec 25

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).

4 High2 Med

6 total3 risk factors

35/100inspection score

−50 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.Risk Factor−10
02GCold 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.Risk Factor−10
04HRaw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.Risk Factor−10
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

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

10BAnti-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.−5
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.−5

Base deductions−50 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

Nov 25

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).

2 High3 Med

5 total2 risk factors

55/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

02GCold 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.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

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

09BThawing procedure improper.−5
10BAnti-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.−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

Base deductions−35 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 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 Latin American Restaurants Best in Brooklyn All New York Restaurants