Festac Grill & Lounge Health Inspection Grade
African · 273 Hendrix Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
April 9, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 2
Festac Grill & Lounge currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 9, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
Non-Critical
- 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
April 9, 2026
- Date
- April 9, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Apr 9, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Festac Grill & Lounge received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in April 2026 with a score of 9.
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.
Festac Grill & Lounge's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festac Grill & Lounge's current NYC health grade?
Festac Grill & Lounge currently has a A grade.
When was Festac Grill & Lounge last inspected?
Festac Grill & Lounge was last inspected on April 9, 2026.
What was Festac Grill & Lounge's latest inspection score?
Festac Grill & Lounge's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Festac Grill & Lounge have in its latest inspection?
Festac Grill & Lounge had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Festac Grill & Lounge located?
Festac Grill & Lounge is located at 273 Hendrix Street in Brooklyn, NY 11207.
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: 50176839
Last updated: July 3, 2026