THE SOUL SPOT in Downtown Brooklyn DUMBO Boerum Hill

Latest: GRADE A Last inspected Oct 5, 2025
📍 302 ATLANTIC AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11201  ·  🍽️ Soul Food  ·  🚇 Borough Hall, Jay Street-MetroTech, DeKalb Avenue
Overview

The Soul Spot in Downtown Brooklyn holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 10 points on its most recent inspection in 2025. Across 10 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has earned mixed results, with 1 Grade A, 1 Grade B, and 1 Grade C on record, and no emergency closures.

10
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection

THE SOUL SPOT in Downtown Brooklyn DUMBO Boerum Hill: Full Inspection History (10 records)

Oct 5, 2025 — Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
GRADE A Jul 18, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 10
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable mate...
Violations: 02G 10F
May 29, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 39
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used. Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding...
Violations: 08C 04J 16-02 04L 09B 06D 02B 08A 02G 20-04
May 29, 2025 — Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Violations: 16-02
May 29, 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. Establishment is not free of harborage or condi...
Violations: 20-04 02B 08A
Sep 29, 2024 — Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
GRADE C Apr 3, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 46
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies ...
Violations: 02G 04N 04L 08A 06A
Sep 25, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 43
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitiz...
Violations: 04N 10G 02H 06C 06A 04L 04H 08A
GRADE B Feb 21, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 25
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contaminati...
Violations: 08A 04K 02B 06C 10F 04N 08B
Dec 22, 2022 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used. Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or p...
Violations: 08C 04A 02G
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🏙️ Brooklyn 📍 Downtown Brooklyn DUMBO Boerum Hill 🍽️ Soul Food 🚇 Borough Hall 🚇 Jay Street-MetroTech 🚇 DeKalb Avenue

THE SOUL SPOT in Downtown Brooklyn DUMBO Boerum Hill: Frequently Asked Questions

When was THE SOUL SPOT last inspected?
THE SOUL SPOT was last inspected on October 5, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 0 points.
What is THE SOUL SPOT's current health grade?
THE SOUL SPOT currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many health inspections has THE SOUL SPOT had?
THE SOUL SPOT has 10 health inspections on record from December 2022 through October 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade B on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
What was the worst inspection score at THE SOUL SPOT?
The worst inspection score recorded at THE SOUL SPOT was 46 points on April 3, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has THE SOUL SPOT ever received a Grade C?
Yes. THE SOUL SPOT has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.