ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE in Midwood
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Nov 6, 2025
📍 1416 AVENUE J, Brooklyn, NY 11230 ·
🍽️ Mediterranean
Overview
Istanblue Kebab House in Midwood holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 12 points on its most recent inspection. With 5 inspections since 2023, the restaurant has received Grade A on all assessments, with no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspection
ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE in Midwood: Full Inspection History (5 records)
Nov 6, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 48
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not ...
Nov 6, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
GRADE A
Oct 10, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
Establishme...
Jun 2, 2023
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and en...
Jun 2, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 39
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
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ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE in Midwood: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE last inspected?
- ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE was last inspected on November 6, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 48 points.
- What is ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE's current health grade?
- ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE had?
- ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE has 5 health inspections on record from June 2023 through November 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE was 48 points on November 6, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE ever received a Grade C?
- No. ISTANBLUE KEBAB HOUSE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.