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Vegan · Park Slope
THE VSPOT health grade & inspection history
156 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11217
30 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: C (Jul 15, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Jul 15, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Jul 15, 2025Inspection date
6Violations recorded
2Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02GCritical violation
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.
- 04NCritical violation
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.
- 08A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 10B
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- 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.
- 10G
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Score trend
THE VSPOT inspection history
17 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 2025 | C | 30 | 6 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Jul 15, 2025 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection |
| Jun 4, 2025 | — | 47 | 7 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Jun 4, 2025 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Sep 14, 2024 | — | 0 | 0 | Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection |
| Nov 28, 2023 | C | 36 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Nov 28, 2023 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection |
| Feb 16, 2023 | — | 28 | 6 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Feb 16, 2023 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 02GRecorded in 4 inspections
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.
- 04NRecorded in 3 inspections
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.
- 08ARecorded in 3 inspections
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 10FRecorded in 3 inspections
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.
- 20-06Recorded in 3 inspections
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Official location
THE VSPOT on the map
Common questions
THE VSPOT inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for THE VSPOT?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is C, dated Jul 15, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 30 violation points.
When was THE VSPOT last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Jul 15, 2025.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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