Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
August 11, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Shake Shack currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 11, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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
- 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.
- 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
August 11, 2025
- Date
- August 11, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
3 inspections
Aug 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 29, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Shake Shack has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and January 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its January 2024 score of 5.
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.
Shake Shack's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shake Shack's current NYC health grade?
Shake Shack currently has a A grade.
When was Shake Shack last inspected?
Shake Shack was last inspected on August 11, 2025.
What was Shake Shack's latest inspection score?
Shake Shack's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Shake Shack have in its latest inspection?
Shake Shack had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Shake Shack located?
Shake Shack is located at 90-15 Queens Boulevard in Queens, NY 11373.
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: 50043598
Last updated: June 26, 2026