Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
August 13, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
Hungry Ghost currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 13, 2025 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
August 13, 2025
- Date
- August 13, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Aug 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 1, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hungry Ghost has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and October 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its October 2024 score of 4.
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.
Hungry Ghost's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hungry Ghost's current NYC health grade?
Hungry Ghost currently has a A grade.
When was Hungry Ghost last inspected?
Hungry Ghost was last inspected on August 13, 2025.
What was Hungry Ghost's latest inspection score?
Hungry Ghost's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Hungry Ghost have in its latest inspection?
Hungry Ghost had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Hungry Ghost located?
Hungry Ghost is located at 253 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11217.
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: 41660557
Last updated: June 26, 2026