Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
March 21, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
11 / 2
Samba BBQ currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 21, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Latest Inspection Details
March 21, 2026
- Date
- March 21, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 11
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 21, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 22, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Samba BBQ has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and November 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its November 2024 score of 11.
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.
Samba BBQ's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samba BBQ's current NYC health grade?
Samba BBQ currently has a A grade.
When was Samba BBQ last inspected?
Samba BBQ was last inspected on March 21, 2026.
What was Samba BBQ's latest inspection score?
Samba BBQ's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Samba BBQ have in its latest inspection?
Samba BBQ had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Samba BBQ located?
Samba BBQ is located at 154-17 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens, NY 11354.
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: 50086418
Last updated: June 26, 2026