Joseph's Dream Burger in Midwood Fails Health Inspection

JOSEPH'S DREAM BURGER restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Joseph'S Dream Burger during a health inspection on 08/05/2025.

Situated at 1899 Coney Island Avenue Brooklyn Ny in Midwood, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.

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According to inspection records: "06. Contract with a pest management professional not in place." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.

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

Temperature control violations pose immediate risks to public health and food safety Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens. The FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.

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 Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.

Health department officials noted violations related to sanitation, which require attention for public health compliance.

Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The FDA Sanitation Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.

These compliance issues require correction to maintain proper standards for the restaurant and public health. Food safety professionals indicate that addressing non-compliance helps ensure customer safety standards.

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

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.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

Council District 48
CAMIS 50034142
NTA BK43
BORO Brooklyn
Longitude -73.962575390557
INSPECTION DATE 08/05/2025
Community Board 314
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
BIN 3181689
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
STREET CONEY ISLAND AVENUE
ZIPCODE 11230
PHONE 7189983200
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Jewish/Kosher
Census Tract 054200
BUILDING 1899
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Latitude 40.611082711231
SCORE 30
DBA JOSEPH'S DREAM BURGER
BBL 3067580068
VIOLATION CODES 02G; 08A; 06C; 28-06; 10F; 04N
ALL VIOLATIONS 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. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 06C: Food; supplies; or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage; preparation; transportation; display; service or from customer’s refillable; reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. || 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. || 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. || 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies; blow flies; bottle flies; flesh flies; drain flies; Phorid flies and fruit flies.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 5, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 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. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 06C: Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. | 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. | 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. | 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies..

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.