Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
March 3, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
Cotton Bean currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 3, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 3, 2026
- Date
- March 3, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 3, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 25, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cotton Bean has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and November 2024. Its latest score was 12, lower than its November 2024 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.
Cotton Bean's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cotton Bean's current NYC health grade?
Cotton Bean currently has a A grade.
When was Cotton Bean last inspected?
Cotton Bean was last inspected on March 3, 2026.
What was Cotton Bean's latest inspection score?
Cotton Bean's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Cotton Bean have in its latest inspection?
Cotton Bean had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Cotton Bean located?
Cotton Bean is located at 372 Sackett 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: 50130071
Last updated: July 3, 2026