What is Brookside Deli's health inspection score?

Brookside Deli has a SafeDine safety score of 85 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Brookside Deli last inspected?

Brookside Deli was last inspected on May 5, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Brookside Deli have?

Brookside Deli has 16 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Brookside Deli safe to eat at?

Yes, Brookside Deli has an excellent safety record with a score of 85/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Brookside Deli serve?

Brookside Deli serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Brookside Deli

Name: Brookside Deli
Address: 184 WEST MERRICK ROAD, Valley Stream, 11580
Rating: 85

184 WEST MERRICK ROAD, Valley Stream

Last Inspected: 5/5/2026

▲Improving

Own or manage this restaurant?

Claim it to unlock analytics →

0Excellent

American

Better than 22% of american restaurants

Improving

5 inspections

Last: May 5, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

20%

Clean Rate

3.2

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Handwashing

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Cross-contaminationHigh Priority

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-11

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-2 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-6 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+7 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 89/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (85/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

Open location in Google Maps →

184 WEST MERRICK ROAD, Valley Stream, FL 11580

Open in Maps

View Menu Order Online

Violation Timeline

May 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

3 basic

May

Jul 2023

1 inspections

Mar 2026

2 inspections

1 high priority

9 basic

Mar

May 2026

1 inspections

2 basic

Inspection History

5 records on file

3 Re-Inspection2 Inspection

May 26

Re-Inspection InspectionLatest

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2
15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2

Base deductions−4 pts

Mar 26

Re-Inspection Inspection

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

16Miscellaneous, Economic Violation, Choking Poster, Training.−2
15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2

Base deductions−6 pts

Mar 26

Inspection Inspection

1 High6 Basic

7 total

78/100inspection score

−22 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

5CPotentially hazardous foods are not stored under refrigeration except during necessary preparation or approved precooling procedures (room temperature storage).−10

Basic (6)

−12 pts

12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2
11BWiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions−2
15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2
11DNon food contact surfaces of equipment not clean−2
16Miscellaneous, Economic Violation, Choking Poster, Training.−2
8AFood not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)−2

Base deductions−22 pts

Jul 23

Re-Inspection InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

May 23

Inspection Inspection

1 High3 Basic

4 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

4AToxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur.−10

Basic (3)

−6 pts

12CPlumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained−2
12DToilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs−2
15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2

Base deductions−16 pts

Community Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!

Leave a Review

Community Safety Reports

No reviewed safety reports. Help keep others safe by reporting any food safety concerns.

Data source: Florida DBPR · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

Explore More

American Restaurants All New York Restaurants