Defonte's Sandwich Shop Health Inspection Grade
American · 379 Columbia Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
January 7, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 3
Defonte's Sandwich Shop currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 7, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
January 7, 2026
- Date
- January 7, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Jan 7, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 13, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 15, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Defonte's Sandwich Shop has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and December 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its December 2024 score of 12.
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.
Defonte's Sandwich Shop's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Defonte's Sandwich Shop's current NYC health grade?
Defonte's Sandwich Shop currently has a A grade.
When was Defonte's Sandwich Shop last inspected?
Defonte's Sandwich Shop was last inspected on January 7, 2026.
What was Defonte's Sandwich Shop's latest inspection score?
Defonte's Sandwich Shop's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Defonte's Sandwich Shop have in its latest inspection?
Defonte's Sandwich Shop had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Defonte's Sandwich Shop located?
Defonte's Sandwich Shop is located at 379 Columbia Street in Brooklyn, NY 11231.
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: 40667588
Last updated: June 26, 2026