Smoke BBQ Pit Health Inspection Grade
Barbecue · 129-21 Merrick Boulevard, Queens, NY 11434
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
2
Last inspection
March 3, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 2
Smoke BBQ Pit currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 3, 2025 found 1 violation, for a total score of 2 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 1 non-critical
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
March 3, 2025
- Date
- March 3, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 2
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 1 (0 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 3, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 7, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 20, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Smoke BBQ Pit has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2025 and September 2023. Its latest score was 2, lower than its September 2023 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.
Smoke BBQ Pit's latest score: 2
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoke BBQ Pit's current NYC health grade?
Smoke BBQ Pit currently has a A grade.
When was Smoke BBQ Pit last inspected?
Smoke BBQ Pit was last inspected on March 3, 2025.
What was Smoke BBQ Pit's latest inspection score?
Smoke BBQ Pit's latest inspection score was 2 points.
How many violations did Smoke BBQ Pit have in its latest inspection?
Smoke BBQ Pit had 1 violation in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Smoke BBQ Pit located?
Smoke BBQ Pit is located at 129-21 Merrick Boulevard in Queens, NY 11434.
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: 50058174
Last updated: June 26, 2026