Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
4
Last inspection
August 27, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 4
The Kettle Black currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 27, 2025 found 2 violations, for a total score of 4 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 2 non-critical
Non-Critical
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- 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
August 27, 2025
- Date
- August 27, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 4
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 2 (0 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Aug 27, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 19, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Kettle Black's most recent graded inspection in August 2025 was a A, after a B in March 2024.
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 Kettle Black's latest score: 4
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Kettle Black's current NYC health grade?
The Kettle Black currently has a A grade.
When was The Kettle Black last inspected?
The Kettle Black was last inspected on August 27, 2025.
What was The Kettle Black's latest inspection score?
The Kettle Black's latest inspection score was 4 points.
How many violations did The Kettle Black have in its latest inspection?
The Kettle Black had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is The Kettle Black located?
The Kettle Black is located at 8622 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11209.
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: 41035072
Last updated: June 26, 2026