The Kettle Black Health Inspection Grade
American · 415 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
40
Last inspection
January 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
37 / 3
The Kettle Black currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 20, 2026 found 6 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 40 points.
Latest Violations
5 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.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
January 20, 2026
- Date
- January 20, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 40
- Critical points
- 37
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 6 (5 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Jan 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 15, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Kettle Black has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2025 and April 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its April 2024 score of 12.
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 Kettle Black's latest score: 40
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Kettle Black's current NYC health grade?
The Kettle Black does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was The Kettle Black last inspected?
The Kettle Black was last inspected on January 20, 2026.
What was The Kettle Black's latest inspection score?
The Kettle Black's latest inspection score was 40 points.
How many violations did The Kettle Black have in its latest inspection?
The Kettle Black had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is The Kettle Black located?
The Kettle Black is located at 415 Forest Avenue in Staten Island, NY 10301.
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: 50070421
Last updated: June 26, 2026