Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
May 5, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Smith's Tavern currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 5, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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.
- 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 5, 2026
- Date
- May 5, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 5, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Smith's Tavern has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and August 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its August 2024 score of 9.
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.
Smith's Tavern's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith's Tavern's current NYC health grade?
Smith's Tavern currently has a A grade.
When was Smith's Tavern last inspected?
Smith's Tavern was last inspected on May 5, 2026.
What was Smith's Tavern's latest inspection score?
Smith's Tavern's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Smith's Tavern have in its latest inspection?
Smith's Tavern had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Smith's Tavern located?
Smith's Tavern is located at 440 5th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11215.
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: 40936347
Last updated: June 26, 2026