THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE in Sunset Park (West)
⚠️ This facility has been closed 1 time by the NYC Health Department
CLOSED
Last inspected Mar 6, 2026
📍 5121 2 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11232 ·
🍽️ Sandwiches
Overview
The Lutheran Halal Cafe in Sunset Park holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 10 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has been subject to one emergency closure since 2022 and has earned Grade A on 2 of its 6 inspections over that period.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Closure
2
Grade A Inspections
THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE in Sunset Park (West): Emergency Closures (1)
THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE in Sunset Park (West): Full Inspection History (6 records)
🚫 CLOSURE
Mar 6, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 63
Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, u...
Mar 6, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
Violations:
28-01
GRADE A
Dec 3, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 10
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, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination du...
Mar 26, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and...
GRADE A
Feb 1, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-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.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; in...
Aug 17, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 22
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F...
THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE in Sunset Park (West): News Coverage (1)
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THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE in Sunset Park (West): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE last inspected?
- THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE was last inspected on March 6, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 63 points.
- What is THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE's current health grade?
- THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE been closed by NYC Health?
- THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 1 time. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE had?
- THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE has 6 health inspections on record from August 2022 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE was 63 points on March 6, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.