Dept. of Culture Health Inspection Grade
African · 327 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
64
Last inspection
November 21, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
53 / 11
Dept. of Culture currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 21, 2025 found 8 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 64 points.
Latest Violations
5 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.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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.
- Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Latest Inspection Details
November 21, 2025
- Date
- November 21, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 64
- Critical points
- 53
- Non-critical points
- 11
- Violations
- 8 (5 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Nov 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Dept. of Culture received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in February 2024 with a score of 12.
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.
Dept. of Culture's latest score: 64
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dept. of Culture's current NYC health grade?
Dept. of Culture does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Dept. of Culture last inspected?
Dept. of Culture was last inspected on November 21, 2025.
What was Dept. of Culture's latest inspection score?
Dept. of Culture's latest inspection score was 64 points.
How many violations did Dept. of Culture have in its latest inspection?
Dept. of Culture had 8 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Dept. of Culture located?
Dept. of Culture is located at 327 Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11216.
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: 50114321
Last updated: July 3, 2026