Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
34
Last inspection
August 6, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
24 / 10
Kimchi Grill currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 6, 2026 found 7 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 34 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- 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.
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
- Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Latest Inspection Details
August 6, 2026
- Date
- August 6, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 34
- Critical points
- 24
- Non-critical points
- 10
- Violations
- 7 (3 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Aug 6, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 9, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 19, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Kimchi Grill's most recent graded inspection in January 2025 was a A, after a B in September 2023.
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.
Kimchi Grill's latest score: 34
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimchi Grill's current NYC health grade?
Kimchi Grill does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Kimchi Grill last inspected?
Kimchi Grill was last inspected on August 6, 2026.
What was Kimchi Grill's latest inspection score?
Kimchi Grill's latest inspection score was 34 points.
How many violations did Kimchi Grill have in its latest inspection?
Kimchi Grill had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Kimchi Grill located?
Kimchi Grill is located at 766 Washington Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11238.
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: 41611717
Last updated: August 18, 2026