Black Bird / Evolution Health Inspection Grade
American · 426 South 5th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
27
Last inspection
April 2, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
19 / 8
Black Bird / Evolution currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 2, 2025 found 7 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 4 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, 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
Latest Inspection Details
April 2, 2025
- Date
- April 2, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 19
- Non-critical points
- 8
- Violations
- 7 (3 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Apr 2, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Black Bird / Evolution does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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.
Black Bird / Evolution's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Bird / Evolution's current NYC health grade?
Black Bird / Evolution currently has a N grade.
When was Black Bird / Evolution last inspected?
Black Bird / Evolution was last inspected on April 2, 2025.
What was Black Bird / Evolution's latest inspection score?
Black Bird / Evolution's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Black Bird / Evolution have in its latest inspection?
Black Bird / Evolution had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Black Bird / Evolution located?
Black Bird / Evolution is located at 426 South 5th Street in Brooklyn, NY 11211.
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: 50145348
Last updated: July 3, 2026