Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
March 28, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 6
Vinny's Lunchbox currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 28, 2025 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
- 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.
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
Latest Inspection Details
March 28, 2025
- Date
- March 28, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Mar 28, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 24, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 26, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 28, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Vinny's Lunchbox has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2025 and January 2024. Its latest score was 11, lower than its January 2024 score of 13.
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.
Vinny's Lunchbox's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vinny's Lunchbox's current NYC health grade?
Vinny's Lunchbox currently has a A grade.
When was Vinny's Lunchbox last inspected?
Vinny's Lunchbox was last inspected on March 28, 2025.
What was Vinny's Lunchbox's latest inspection score?
Vinny's Lunchbox's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Vinny's Lunchbox have in its latest inspection?
Vinny's Lunchbox had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Vinny's Lunchbox located?
Vinny's Lunchbox is located at 171st Avenue U in Brooklyn, NY 11223.
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: 50032853
Last updated: June 26, 2026