NAMKEEN in Williamsburg

⚠️ This facility has been closed 4 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z Last inspected Dec 17, 2025
📍 338 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11249  ·  🍽️ Chicken  ·  🚇 Bedford Avenue, Marcy Avenue
Overview

Namkeen in Williamsburg has been closed by NYC DOHMH inspectors 4 times since 2023. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z designation with a score of 21 points across 9 inspections between 2023 and 2025.

9
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
4
Closures

NAMKEEN in Williamsburg: Emergency Closures (4)

Emergency closure history for NAMKEEN
Date Grade Score Type
Oct 2, 2023 CLOSED 79 Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Oct 2, 2023 CLOSED 79 Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Sep 25, 2023 CLOSED 51 Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Sep 25, 2023 CLOSED 51 Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

NAMKEEN in Williamsburg: Full Inspection History (9 records)

GRADE Z Dec 17, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 21
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. 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.
Violations: 04K 08A 04A
GRADE Z Dec 17, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 21
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. 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.
Violations: 04K 08A 04A
GRADE Z Dec 17, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 21
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. 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.
Violations: 04K 08A 04A
Jan 15, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient. Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Cold TC...
Violations: 10G 04K 08A 02G
GRADE Z Oct 12, 2023 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 4
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...
Violations: 10F 10B
🚫 CLOSURE Oct 2, 2023 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 79
Food, 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. Filth flies or food/re...
Violations: 06C 04N 04L 04M 04H 10B 05E 08A
🚫 CLOSURE Oct 2, 2023 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 79
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations: 04M 04L
🚫 CLOSURE Sep 25, 2023 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 51
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or oth...
Violations: 04A 06D 04N 04K 08A 04L 04M 10H
🚫 CLOSURE Sep 25, 2023 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 51
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations: 04L
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NAMKEEN in Williamsburg: Frequently Asked Questions

When was NAMKEEN last inspected?
NAMKEEN was last inspected on December 17, 2025 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 21 points.
What is NAMKEEN's current health grade?
NAMKEEN currently holds a Grade Z.
How many times has NAMKEEN been closed by NYC Health?
NAMKEEN has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 4 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
How many health inspections has NAMKEEN had?
NAMKEEN has 9 health inspections on record from September 2023 through December 2025.
What was the worst inspection score at NAMKEEN?
The worst inspection score recorded at NAMKEEN was 79 points on October 2, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.