ACRE in Greenpoint Fails Health Inspection

ACRE restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - City health officials cited Acre for health violations during an inspection on 07/22/2025.

Located in the heart of Greenpoint, Acre operates from a prominent location at 64 Meserole Avenue Brooklyn Ny, making it easily accessible to area customers.

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Health department documentation states: "05. Food adulterated or misbranded." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.

The examination revealed violations related to temperature control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive temperature control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. The USDA Safe Temperature Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.

The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines clearly states that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times.

In addition to regulatory requirements, these issues may affect the business's standing and public trust. Community health organizations track health department findings to provide education to local residents.

Under current regulations, Acre faces additional penalties if violations are not promptly corrected. The health department maintains detailed records of all inspection results for public transparency.

This inspection emphasizes the fundamental necessity of strict regulatory adherence in dining establishments. Area customers have the right to access compliance documentation when selecting food service establishments.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

STREET MESEROLE AVENUE
GRADE N
BUILDING 64
BORO Brooklyn
Longitude -73.954771451464
Council District 33
Census Tract 056100
BBL 3026170006
CAMIS 50167267
Community Board 301
PHONE 7189549074
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Japanese
BIN 3065497
DBA ACRE
NTA BK76
Latitude 40.726396216645
SCORE 19
ZIPCODE 11222
INSPECTION TYPE Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
INSPECTION DATE 07/22/2025
VIOLATION CODES 02B; 28-05; 03A
ALL VIOLATIONS 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. || 28-05: Food adulterated or misbranded. Adulterated or misbranded food possessed; being manufactured; produced; packed; sold; offered for sale; delivered or given away || 03A: Food; prohibited; from unapproved or unknown source; home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered; butchered or dressed (eviscerated; skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on July 22, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. | 28-05: Food adulterated or misbranded. Adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away | 03A: Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site..

Why are these violations concerning?

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.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

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 .

Federal Health Guidelines

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.