The Garden Health Inspection Grade

Japanese · 1108 Cortelyou Road, Brooklyn, NY 11218

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Current Grade

Current grade

A

Latest score

12

Last inspection

April 3, 2026

Critical / non-critical points

9 / 3

The Garden currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 3, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.

Latest Violations

1 critical · 1 non-critical

Critical

  • Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

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

April 3, 2026
Date
April 3, 2026
Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade
A
Score
12
Critical points
9
Non-critical points
3
Violations
2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)

Inspection History

2 inspections

Apr 3, 2026

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

A
2 Violations
1 Critical1 Non-Critical

Oct 16, 2024

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

A
5 Violations
1 Critical4 Non-Critical

Grade Trend

The Garden has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and October 2024. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.

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 Garden's latest score: 12

Grade range: A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Garden's current NYC health grade?

The Garden currently has a A grade.

When was The Garden last inspected?

The Garden was last inspected on April 3, 2026.

What was The Garden's latest inspection score?

The Garden's latest inspection score was 12 points.

How many violations did The Garden have in its latest inspection?

The Garden had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.

Where is The Garden located?

The Garden is located at 1108 Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn, NY 11218.

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: 50128773
Last updated: July 3, 2026