Poulette in Boerum Hill Fails Health Inspection

POULETTE restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - An inspection conducted at Poulette on 07/28/2025 identified food safety violations.

Situated at 446C Dean Street in Boerum Hill, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.

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Inspectors documented: "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." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.

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

Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate temperature control procedures. As outlined in FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines, The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.

The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.

Pest control violations represent some of the most significant infractions in food service inspections Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. Per HACCP Prevention Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.

Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.

Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The FDA Sanitation Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.

Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.

Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Poulette swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.

Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in New York City's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

BUILDING 446C
INSPECTION TYPE Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
DBA POULETTE
NTA BK37
BORO Brooklyn
GRADE DATE 07/28/2025
CAMIS 50166360
PHONE 9297955201
Longitude -73.976257910942
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
Census Tract 012902
STREET DEAN STREET
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Council District 39
Community Board 306
Latitude 40.681975816298
ZIPCODE 11217
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Chicken
BBL 3009310008
GRADE A
INSPECTION DATE 07/28/2025
BIN 3338842
SCORE 10
VIOLATION CODES 10F; 02G
ALL VIOLATIONS 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 underneath the unit. || 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on July 28, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 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 underneath the unit. | 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation..

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.