Hill Country Barbecue Market Health Inspection Grade
Barbecue · 30 West 26th Street, Manhattan, NY 10010
Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
58
Last inspection
April 22, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
43 / 15
Hill Country Barbecue Market currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 22, 2026 found 10 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 58 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 5 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
April 22, 2026
- Date
- April 22, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 58
- Critical points
- 43
- Non-critical points
- 15
- Violations
- 10 (5 critical, 5 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Apr 22, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Grade Trend
Hill Country Barbecue Market 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.
Hill Country Barbecue Market's latest score: 58
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill Country Barbecue Market's current NYC health grade?
Hill Country Barbecue Market currently has a N grade.
When was Hill Country Barbecue Market last inspected?
Hill Country Barbecue Market was last inspected on April 22, 2026.
What was Hill Country Barbecue Market's latest inspection score?
Hill Country Barbecue Market's latest inspection score was 58 points.
How many violations did Hill Country Barbecue Market have in its latest inspection?
Hill Country Barbecue Market had 10 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 5 non-critical violations.
Where is Hill Country Barbecue Market located?
Hill Country Barbecue Market is located at 30 West 26th Street in Manhattan, NY 10010.
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: 50171806
Last updated: July 3, 2026