The Last Word Health Inspection Grade
New American · 31-30 Ditmars Boulevard, Queens, NY 11105
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
37
Last inspection
March 5, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
35 / 2
The Last Word currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 5, 2026 found 6 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 37 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
March 5, 2026
- Date
- March 5, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 37
- Critical points
- 35
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 6 (5 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 5, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Last Word received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in January 2025 with a score of 8.
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.
The Last Word's latest score: 37
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Last Word's current NYC health grade?
The Last Word does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was The Last Word last inspected?
The Last Word was last inspected on March 5, 2026.
What was The Last Word's latest inspection score?
The Last Word's latest inspection score was 37 points.
How many violations did The Last Word have in its latest inspection?
The Last Word had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is The Last Word located?
The Last Word is located at 31-30 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens, NY 11105.
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: 50061283
Last updated: June 26, 2026