Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
5
Last inspection
December 11, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 0
The Black Bull currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 11, 2025 found 1 violation, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 5 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
Latest Inspection Details
December 11, 2025
- Date
- December 11, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / 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
1 inspection
Dec 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Black Bull received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in December 2025 with a score of 5.
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.
The Black Bull's latest score: 5
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Black Bull's current NYC health grade?
The Black Bull currently has a A grade.
When was The Black Bull last inspected?
The Black Bull was last inspected on December 11, 2025.
What was The Black Bull's latest inspection score?
The Black Bull's latest inspection score was 5 points.
How many violations did The Black Bull have in its latest inspection?
The Black Bull had 1 violation in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is The Black Bull located?
The Black Bull is located at 97 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11201.
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: 50175473
Last updated: July 3, 2026