Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
28
Last inspection
January 17, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
19 / 9
The Charleston currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 17, 2026 found 7 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 28 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
January 17, 2026
- Date
- January 17, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 28
- Critical points
- 19
- Non-critical points
- 9
- Violations
- 7 (3 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jan 17, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Charleston does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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 Charleston's latest score: 28
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Charleston's current NYC health grade?
The Charleston currently has a N grade.
When was The Charleston last inspected?
The Charleston was last inspected on January 17, 2026.
What was The Charleston's latest inspection score?
The Charleston's latest inspection score was 28 points.
How many violations did The Charleston have in its latest inspection?
The Charleston had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is The Charleston located?
The Charleston is located at 174 Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11249.
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: 50175490
Last updated: July 3, 2026