Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR Health Inspection Grade
Seafood · 236 East 161st Street, The Bronx, NY 10451
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
25
Last inspection
May 12, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
23 / 2
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 12, 2026 found 5 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 25 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- 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.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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
May 12, 2026
- Date
- May 12, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 25
- Critical points
- 23
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 5 (4 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
May 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 5, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 5, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 17, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR's most recent graded inspection in May 2026 was a B, after a A in March 2024.
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.
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR's latest score: 25
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR's current NYC health grade?
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR currently has a B grade.
When was Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR last inspected?
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR was last inspected on May 12, 2026.
What was Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR's latest inspection score?
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR's latest inspection score was 25 points.
How many violations did Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR have in its latest inspection?
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR located?
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & BAR is located at 236 East 161st Street in The Bronx, NY 10451.
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: 50116792
Last updated: July 3, 2026