GEMS BAR LOUNGE in Bushwick (East)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jun 4, 2026
📍 1595 BROADWAY, Brooklyn, NY 11207 ·
🍽️ American
Overview
Gems Bar Lounge in Bushwick holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 13 points on its most recent inspection in 2024. Across 4 inspections since 2021, the restaurant has received Grade A on 3 occasions with no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
4
Grade A Inspections
GEMS BAR LOUNGE in Bushwick (East): Full Inspection History (5 records)
GRADE A
Jun 4, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Violations:
10B
GRADE A
Jun 20, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
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.
Ashtray present in smoke-free area.
Wiping cloths not stored cl...
Jun 20, 2024
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Ashtray present in smoke-free area.
Violations:
15-39
GRADE A
Nov 30, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Violations:
02G
GRADE A
Dec 29, 2021
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 5
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Violations:
06D
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GEMS BAR LOUNGE in Bushwick (East): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was GEMS BAR LOUNGE last inspected?
- GEMS BAR LOUNGE was last inspected on June 4, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 7 points.
- What is GEMS BAR LOUNGE's current health grade?
- GEMS BAR LOUNGE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has GEMS BAR LOUNGE had?
- GEMS BAR LOUNGE has 5 health inspections on record from December 2021 through June 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 4 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at GEMS BAR LOUNGE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at GEMS BAR LOUNGE was 13 points on June 20, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has GEMS BAR LOUNGE ever received a Grade C?
- No. GEMS BAR LOUNGE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.