New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Good Friends Restaurant during a health inspection on 07/21/2025.
Situated at 9528 Avenue L Brooklyn Ny in Canarsie, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
The inspection report documents: "10f. 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." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Food safety experts emphasize that consistent sanitation practices prevent the accumulation of harmful bacteria According to Food Safety Modernization Act, The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| STREET | AVENUE L |
| ACTION | Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed. |
| BUILDING | 9528 |
| DBA | GOOD FRIENDS RESTAURANT |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| BORO | Brooklyn |
| NTA | BK50 |
| Census Tract | 101000 |
| SCORE | 46 |
| Longitude | -73.896555356998 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/15/2025 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Chinese |
| BIN | 3232745 |
| ZIPCODE | 11236 |
| CAMIS | 41641722 |
| Community Board | 318 |
| Council District | 46 |
| Latitude | 40.637842187411 |
| BBL | 3082600045 |
| PHONE | 7182510050 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 06A; 08A; 02B; 04L; 28-06 |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 06A: Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. || 04L: Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. || 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. |
This inspection was conducted on July 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 06A: Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. | 04L: Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. | 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
