Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
27
Last inspection
April 3, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
20 / 7
Word of Mouth currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 3, 2025 found 6 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Shellfish not from approved source, not or improperly tagged/labeled; tags not retained for 90 days.
Non-Critical
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
- 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
April 3, 2025
- Date
- April 3, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 20
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (3 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Apr 3, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Word of Mouth 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.
Word of Mouth's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Word of Mouth's current NYC health grade?
Word of Mouth currently has a N grade.
When was Word of Mouth last inspected?
Word of Mouth was last inspected on April 3, 2025.
What was Word of Mouth's latest inspection score?
Word of Mouth's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Word of Mouth have in its latest inspection?
Word of Mouth had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Word of Mouth located?
Word of Mouth is located at 942 Bergen Street in Brooklyn, NY 11238.
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: 50159839
Last updated: July 3, 2026