New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Sarava during a health inspection on 08/07/2025.
The establishment operates from 6819 3 Avenue Brooklyn Ny in Bay Ridge, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.
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Inspectors documented: "04m. Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. (critical: critical). 06d. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contami." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines clearly states that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in FDA Sanitation Standards, Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Beyond regulatory requirements, such infractions may affect the restaurant's standing and customer relationships. Local food safety organizations monitor inspection results to provide information to the public.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/07/2025 |
| BORO | Brooklyn |
| BUILDING | 6819 |
| DBA | SARAVA |
| Latitude | 40.636255585902 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| Longitude | -74.025819103323 |
| ZIPCODE | 11220 |
| NTA | BK31 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| PHONE | 3476626821 |
| BBL | 3058630002 |
| Census Tract | 006800 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Brazilian |
| CAMIS | 50035431 |
| Community Board | 310 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Council District | 47 |
| SCORE | 19 |
| STREET | 3 AVENUE |
| BIN | 3145192 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 04M; 06D; 08A; 06C |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 04M: Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. || 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. || 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. |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 7, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: 04M: Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. | 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..
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.