Cold Stone Creamery Health Inspection Grade
Frozen Desserts · 2123 Ralph Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
27
Last inspection
July 15, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
20 / 7
Cold Stone Creamery currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 15, 2026 found 6 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 3 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.
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
Latest Inspection Details
July 15, 2026
- Date
- July 15, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 20
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (3 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jul 15, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 31, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 31, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cold Stone Creamery received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in February 2025 with a score of 13.
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.
Cold Stone Creamery's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cold Stone Creamery's current NYC health grade?
Cold Stone Creamery currently has a Z grade.
When was Cold Stone Creamery last inspected?
Cold Stone Creamery was last inspected on July 15, 2026.
What was Cold Stone Creamery's latest inspection score?
Cold Stone Creamery's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Cold Stone Creamery have in its latest inspection?
Cold Stone Creamery had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Cold Stone Creamery located?
Cold Stone Creamery is located at 2123 Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11234.
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: 50118433
Last updated: August 18, 2026