Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
27
Last inspection
November 15, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
24 / 3
Shaking Crab currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 15, 2025 found 4 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 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.
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
November 15, 2025
- Date
- November 15, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 24
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 4 (3 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Nov 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 28, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 5, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Shaking Crab received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in March 2024 with a score of 12.
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.
Shaking Crab's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shaking Crab's current NYC health grade?
Shaking Crab currently has a Z grade.
When was Shaking Crab last inspected?
Shaking Crab was last inspected on November 15, 2025.
What was Shaking Crab's latest inspection score?
Shaking Crab's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Shaking Crab have in its latest inspection?
Shaking Crab had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Shaking Crab located?
Shaking Crab is located at 230 5th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10001.
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: 50070866
Last updated: June 26, 2026