Merrick Jerk Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 234-18 Merrick Boulevard, Queens, NY 11422
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
January 27, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Merrick Jerk currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 27, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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
January 27, 2025
- Date
- January 27, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 27, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 13, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Merrick Jerk has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2025 and December 2022. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its December 2022 score of 6.
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.
Merrick Jerk's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrick Jerk's current NYC health grade?
Merrick Jerk currently has a A grade.
When was Merrick Jerk last inspected?
Merrick Jerk was last inspected on January 27, 2025.
What was Merrick Jerk's latest inspection score?
Merrick Jerk's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Merrick Jerk have in its latest inspection?
Merrick Jerk had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Merrick Jerk located?
Merrick Jerk is located at 234-18 Merrick Boulevard in Queens, NY 11422.
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: 50051903
Last updated: June 26, 2026