THE COMMON in Carroll Gardens Cobble Hill Gowanus Red Hook
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Feb 12, 2026
📍 548 4 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11215 ·
🍽️ American
Overview
The Common in Carroll Gardens holds a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, based on 5 inspections between 2023 and 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 of those inspections, with no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
THE COMMON in Carroll Gardens Cobble Hill Gowanus Red Hook: Full Inspection History (5 records)
GRADE Z
Feb 12, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 24
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Violations:
04A
Nov 15, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
HACCP plan not approved or approved HACCP plan not maintained on premises.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cros...
Nov 15, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Equipment used for ROP not approved by the Department
Violations:
28-04
GRADE A
Jul 23, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
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.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operatio...
GRADE A
Jul 24, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
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THE COMMON in Carroll Gardens Cobble Hill Gowanus Red Hook: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was THE COMMON last inspected?
- THE COMMON was last inspected on February 12, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 24 points.
- What is THE COMMON's current health grade?
- THE COMMON currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has THE COMMON had?
- THE COMMON has 5 health inspections on record from July 2023 through February 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at THE COMMON?
- The worst inspection score recorded at THE COMMON was 24 points on February 12, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has THE COMMON ever received a Grade C?
- No. THE COMMON has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.