SOPHIE'S CUBAN CUISINE
GRADE AMonday, March 2, 2026
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SOPHIE'S CUBAN CUISINE in Downtown Brooklyn DUMBO Boerum Hill received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on March 2, 2026, scoring 9 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.
Address
27 SMITH STREET
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Cuisine
Latin American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
6 inspections
Violations Cited
⚠ CRITICAL
10G
Dishwashing facilities inadequate
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
⚠️ Why This Matters
Inadequate dishwashing spreads bacteria across all utensils and tableware
📋 Code Requirements
Three-compartment sink or approved dishwasher; proper wash, rinse, sanitize procedures
CDC Risk Factor:
Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.21
Inspector's Action:
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
SOPHIE'S CUBAN CUISINE — Inspection Questions
- Did SOPHIE'S CUBAN CUISINE pass their NYC health inspection on March 2, 2026?
- SOPHIE'S CUBAN CUISINE passed with an A grade on March 2, 2026 with a score of 9 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
- What critical violations did SOPHIE'S CUBAN CUISINE have?
- SOPHIE'S CUBAN CUISINE had 1 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 10G mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
- NYC violation 10G (Dishwashing facilities inadequate) is a major violation. Proper warewashing facilities and procedures required to sanitize equipment Inadequate dishwashing spreads bacteria across all utensils and tableware