Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
January 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Harlem Shake currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 20, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
January 20, 2026
- Date
- January 20, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jan 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 22, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 19, 2024
Inspection Type: Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
May 22, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Harlem Shake has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and May 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its May 2024 score of 11.
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.
Harlem Shake's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlem Shake's current NYC health grade?
Harlem Shake currently has a A grade.
When was Harlem Shake last inspected?
Harlem Shake was last inspected on January 20, 2026.
What was Harlem Shake's latest inspection score?
Harlem Shake's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Harlem Shake have in its latest inspection?
Harlem Shake had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Harlem Shake located?
Harlem Shake is located at 119 5th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11217.
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: 50113220
Last updated: July 3, 2026