Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
August 28, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 6
Pal's Hero Shop currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 28, 2025 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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 28, 2025
- Date
- August 28, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Aug 28, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 8, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 1, 2022
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 13, 2022
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Pal's Hero Shop has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and March 2024. Its latest score was 11, lower than its March 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.
Pal's Hero Shop's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pal's Hero Shop's current NYC health grade?
Pal's Hero Shop currently has a A grade.
When was Pal's Hero Shop last inspected?
Pal's Hero Shop was last inspected on August 28, 2025.
What was Pal's Hero Shop's latest inspection score?
Pal's Hero Shop's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Pal's Hero Shop have in its latest inspection?
Pal's Hero Shop had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Pal's Hero Shop located?
Pal's Hero Shop is located at 3081 Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11224.
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: 50110448
Last updated: July 3, 2026