The McCarren Health Inspection Grade

Irish · 595 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211

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A

Current Grade

Current grade

A

Latest score

9

Last inspection

April 1, 2026

Critical / non-critical points

5 / 4

The McCarren currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 1, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.

Latest Violations

1 critical · 2 non-critical

Critical

  • Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

Non-Critical

  • Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
  • Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.

Latest Inspection Details

April 1, 2026
Date
April 1, 2026
Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade
A
Score
9
Critical points
5
Non-critical points
4
Violations
3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)

Inspection History

2 inspections

Apr 1, 2026

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

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

A
3 Violations
1 Critical2 Non-Critical

Sep 26, 2024

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

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

A
3 Violations
1 Critical2 Non-Critical

Grade Trend

The McCarren has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and September 2024. Its latest score was 9, lower than its September 2024 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.

The McCarren's latest score: 9

Grade range: A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The McCarren's current NYC health grade?

The McCarren currently has a A grade.

When was The McCarren last inspected?

The McCarren was last inspected on April 1, 2026.

What was The McCarren's latest inspection score?

The McCarren's latest inspection score was 9 points.

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

The McCarren had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.

Where is The McCarren located?

The McCarren is located at 595 Union Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11211.

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: 50112607
Last updated: July 3, 2026