STOWAWAY in Greenpoint
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Sep 10, 2025
📍 159 GREENPOINT AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11222 ·
🍽️ American
Overview
Stowaway in Greenpoint has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times since 2023. The restaurant currently holds a Grade A from its most recent inspection, scoring 5 points, though its inspection history includes 1 Grade C result across 7 total inspections dating back to 2023.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
1
Grade A Inspection
STOWAWAY in Greenpoint: Emergency Closures (2)
STOWAWAY in Greenpoint: Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE A
Sep 10, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 5
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.
Violations:
06C
May 8, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 35
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where ...
Sep 19, 2023
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Reopening 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.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storag...
✅ REOPENED
Sep 19, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 12
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.
Non-food contact surfa...
🚫 CLOSURE
Sep 15, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 70
Thawing procedure improper.
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.
Establishment is not free of harborage...
🚫 CLOSURE
Sep 15, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 70
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Violations:
10G
Aug 24, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 46
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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-servi...
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STOWAWAY in Greenpoint: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was STOWAWAY last inspected?
- STOWAWAY was last inspected on September 10, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 5 points.
- What is STOWAWAY's current health grade?
- STOWAWAY currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has STOWAWAY been closed by NYC Health?
- STOWAWAY has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has STOWAWAY had?
- STOWAWAY has 7 health inspections on record from August 2023 through September 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at STOWAWAY?
- The worst inspection score recorded at STOWAWAY was 70 points on September 15, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.