Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
January 14, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
Sips currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 14, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- 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
January 14, 2026
- Date
- January 14, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Jan 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Sips received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in January 2026 with a score of 12.
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.
Sips's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sips's current NYC health grade?
Sips currently has a A grade.
When was Sips last inspected?
Sips was last inspected on January 14, 2026.
What was Sips's latest inspection score?
Sips's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Sips have in its latest inspection?
Sips had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Sips located?
Sips is located at 5 Central Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11206.
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: 50169950
Last updated: July 3, 2026