Highbury Pub in Ditmas Park Fails Health Inspection

HIGHBURY PUB restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - Health inspectors discovered violations during an inspection of Highbury Pub on 08/13/2025.

Highbury Pub is positioned at 1002 Cortelyou Road in the Ditmas Park area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.

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The inspection details: "10d. Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odor." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.

Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.

Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to FDA Sanitation Standards, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.

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.

Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.

This inspection emphasizes the fundamental necessity of strict regulatory adherence in dining establishments. Area customers have the right to access compliance documentation when selecting food service establishments.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

DBA HIGHBURY PUB
BBL 3051530001
BIN 3345677
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
BORO Brooklyn
GRADE DATE 08/13/2025
Community Board 314
CAMIS 50002920
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Council District 39
STREET CORTELYOU ROAD
Longitude -73.968641645165
SCORE 7
PHONE 7189081342
BUILDING 1002
Census Tract 052600
GRADE A
ZIPCODE 11218
NTA BK42
Latitude 40.639306401185
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Irish
INSPECTION DATE 08/13/2025
VIOLATION CODES 10D; 10A; 10F
ALL VIOLATIONS 10D: Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided; inadequate; improperly installed; in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease; heat; steam condensation; vapors; odors; smoke or fumes. || 10A: Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper; waste receptacle or self-closing door. || 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 13, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 10D: Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes. | 10A: Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door. | 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..

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.