Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
5
Last inspection
March 11, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 0
Shapeshifter Lab currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 11, 2026 found 1 violation, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 5 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Latest Inspection Details
March 11, 2026
- Date
- March 11, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 5
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 1 (1 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Mar 11, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 15, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Shapeshifter Lab has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and December 2023. Its latest score was 5, lower than its December 2023 score of 7.
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.
Shapeshifter Lab's latest score: 5
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shapeshifter Lab's current NYC health grade?
Shapeshifter Lab currently has a A grade.
When was Shapeshifter Lab last inspected?
Shapeshifter Lab was last inspected on March 11, 2026.
What was Shapeshifter Lab's latest inspection score?
Shapeshifter Lab's latest inspection score was 5 points.
How many violations did Shapeshifter Lab have in its latest inspection?
Shapeshifter Lab had 1 violation in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Shapeshifter Lab located?
Shapeshifter Lab is located at 837 Union Street in Brooklyn, NY 11215.
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: 50136411
Last updated: July 3, 2026