Johnson BAR-B-Q Health Inspection Grade
Soul Food · 790 East 163rd Street, The Bronx, NY 10456
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
27
Last inspection
May 28, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
23 / 4
Johnson BAR-B-Q currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 28, 2026 found 6 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 28, 2026
- Date
- May 28, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 23
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 6 (4 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
May 28, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 15, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Johnson BAR-B-Q received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in October 2024 with a score of 6.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Johnson BAR-B-Q's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson BAR-B-Q's current NYC health grade?
Johnson BAR-B-Q does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Johnson BAR-B-Q last inspected?
Johnson BAR-B-Q was last inspected on May 28, 2026.
What was Johnson BAR-B-Q's latest inspection score?
Johnson BAR-B-Q's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Johnson BAR-B-Q have in its latest inspection?
Johnson BAR-B-Q had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Johnson BAR-B-Q located?
Johnson BAR-B-Q is located at 790 East 163rd Street in The Bronx, NY 10456.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 41661089
Last updated: June 26, 2026