Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
25
Last inspection
January 12, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 3
Forest BBQ currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 12, 2026 found 4 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 25 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
January 12, 2026
- Date
- January 12, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 25
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 4 (3 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 28, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 8, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Forest BBQ received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in March 2024 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.
Forest BBQ's latest score: 25
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest BBQ's current NYC health grade?
Forest BBQ does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Forest BBQ last inspected?
Forest BBQ was last inspected on January 12, 2026.
What was Forest BBQ's latest inspection score?
Forest BBQ's latest inspection score was 25 points.
How many violations did Forest BBQ have in its latest inspection?
Forest BBQ had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Forest BBQ located?
Forest BBQ is located at 1098 Forest Avenue in Staten Island, NY 10310.
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: 50088166
Last updated: June 26, 2026