New York City, NY - City health officials cited Skinny Dennis for health violations during an inspection on 07/24/2025.
Situated at 152 Metropolitan Avenue Brooklyn Ny in Williamsburg, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
The inspection report documents: "04l. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. (critical: critical). 08a. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pe." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Skinny Dennis immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
These findings underscore the essential nature of comprehensive health compliance in restaurant operations. Community members should feel empowered to examine health department findings when choosing restaurants.
| PHONE | 8455584318 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/24/2025 |
| Council District | 34 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| SCORE | 11 |
| BORO | Brooklyn |
| Latitude | 40.716042877859 |
| DBA | SKINNY DENNIS |
| Community Board | 301 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| STREET | METROPOLITAN AVENUE |
| Census Tract | 055500 |
| BBL | 3023640022 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | American |
| ZIPCODE | 11249 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/24/2025 |
| GRADE | A |
| BUILDING | 152 |
| NTA | BK73 |
| Longitude | -73.962141066323 |
| CAMIS | 41716520 |
| BIN | 3062440 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 04L; 08A |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 04L: Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. |
This inspection was conducted on July 24, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 04L: Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests..
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.
