New York City, NY - Health inspectors discovered violations during an inspection of Smith Deli on 07/24/2025.
Located in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, Smith Deli operates from a prominent location at 23 Smith Street, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection details: "02b. Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °f. (critical: critical)." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.
The inspection found infractions involving temperature control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive temperature control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Maintaining proper food temperatures is the most effective method for preventing bacterial growth and foodborne illness. The FDA Temperature Safety 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.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Smith Deli swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
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.
| STREET | SMITH STREET |
| Latitude | 40.690848721459 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/24/2025 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| BORO | Brooklyn |
| Council District | 33 |
| Community Board | 302 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| PHONE | 7188550405 |
| CAMIS | 50103732 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| SCORE | 7 |
| BIN | 3000437 |
| CRITICAL FLAG | Critical |
| VIOLATION CODE | 02B |
| ZIPCODE | 11201 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | American |
| NTA | BK38 |
| BBL | 3001550004 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/24/2025 |
| GRADE | A |
| Longitude | -73.98766400364 |
| Census Tract | 003700 |
| VIOLATION DESCRIPTION | Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. |
| DBA | SMITH DELI |
| BUILDING | 23 |
This inspection was conducted on July 24, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F..
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.
