Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
September 11, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
Nerd Be Cool currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 11, 2025 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
September 11, 2025
- Date
- September 11, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Sep 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 22, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Nerd Be Cool has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2025 and April 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its April 2024 score of 5.
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.
Nerd Be Cool's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nerd Be Cool's current NYC health grade?
Nerd Be Cool currently has a A grade.
When was Nerd Be Cool last inspected?
Nerd Be Cool was last inspected on September 11, 2025.
What was Nerd Be Cool's latest inspection score?
Nerd Be Cool's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Nerd Be Cool have in its latest inspection?
Nerd Be Cool had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Nerd Be Cool located?
Nerd Be Cool is located at 176 Lincoln Place 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: 50098609
Last updated: June 26, 2026