Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
May 7, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 2
The Big Whiskey currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 7, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 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.
Non-Critical
- 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 7, 2025
- Date
- May 7, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 14, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Big Whiskey has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and October 2022. Its latest score was 9, slightly higher than its October 2022 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.
The Big Whiskey's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big Whiskey's current NYC health grade?
The Big Whiskey currently has a A grade.
When was The Big Whiskey last inspected?
The Big Whiskey was last inspected on May 7, 2025.
What was The Big Whiskey's latest inspection score?
The Big Whiskey's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did The Big Whiskey have in its latest inspection?
The Big Whiskey had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is The Big Whiskey located?
The Big Whiskey is located at 524 Grand Street in Brooklyn, NY 11211.
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: 50014882
Last updated: June 26, 2026