Mercado Central

252 3 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Mercado Central in Brooklyn, NY, has undergone two health inspections, with the most recent assessment on March 19, 2026, resulting in a moderate risk rating. The inspection identified issues regarding plumbing and drainage, staff hygiene practices, and the handling of food products.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
74
Sep 25, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
67
Violations — Mar 19, 2026 Inspection
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.
10B
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Food adulterated or misbranded. adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away
28-05
Critical
Not Critical