NORTH COAST SHARK AND BAKE

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Overview

NORTH COAST SHARK AND BAKE was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on June 17, 2026 following a health inspection. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
873 SCHENECTADY AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11203
Cuisine
Caribbean
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
7 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04M

Live Roaches Present in Facility

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

⚠️ Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.

📋 Code Requirements

Immediate elimination required: Professional extermination ASAP, Find and eliminate water sources (roaches need water daily), Seal all cracks/crevices, Deep clean with degreaser, Remove cardboard/clutter, Apply gel baits in non-food areas, Follow-up treatment in 2 weeks.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
⚠ CRITICAL 28-06

NYC Health Code Violation 28-06

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 28-06 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.

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NORTH COAST SHARK AND BAKE — Inspection Questions

Did NORTH COAST SHARK AND BAKE pass their NYC health inspection on June 17, 2026?
NORTH COAST SHARK AND BAKE was closed by the health department on June 17, 2026 with a score of 44 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did NORTH COAST SHARK AND BAKE have?
NORTH COAST SHARK AND BAKE had 2 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 04M mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04M (Live Roaches Present in Facility) is a critical violation. Live cockroaches observed in food or non-food areas of establishment. DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.
What does violation code 28-06 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 28-06 (NYC Health Code Violation 28-06) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 28-06 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.