Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
March 11, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
John Brown BBQ currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 11, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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
- 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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 11, 2026
- Date
- March 11, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Mar 11, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 15, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
John Brown BBQ has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and August 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its August 2024 score of 10.
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.
John Brown BBQ's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Brown BBQ's current NYC health grade?
John Brown BBQ currently has a A grade.
When was John Brown BBQ last inspected?
John Brown BBQ was last inspected on March 11, 2026.
What was John Brown BBQ's latest inspection score?
John Brown BBQ's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did John Brown BBQ have in its latest inspection?
John Brown BBQ had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is John Brown BBQ located?
John Brown BBQ is located at 27-16 40th Avenue in Queens, NY 11101.
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: 50066991
Last updated: June 26, 2026