Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
May 7, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
Big Norm currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 7, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- 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
- 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 7, 2026
- Date
- May 7, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 7, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 16, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Big Norm has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and December 2024. Its latest score was 7, lower than its December 2024 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.
Big Norm's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Norm's current NYC health grade?
Big Norm currently has a A grade.
When was Big Norm last inspected?
Big Norm was last inspected on May 7, 2026.
What was Big Norm's latest inspection score?
Big Norm's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did Big Norm have in its latest inspection?
Big Norm had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Big Norm located?
Big Norm is located at 251 Smith Street in Brooklyn, NY 11231.
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: 50129338
Last updated: July 3, 2026