Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 3, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
Baba currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 3, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Latest Inspection Details
June 3, 2026
- Date
- June 3, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jun 3, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Baba received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in June 2026 with a 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.
Baba's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baba's current NYC health grade?
Baba currently has a A grade.
When was Baba last inspected?
Baba was last inspected on June 3, 2026.
What was Baba's latest inspection score?
Baba's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Baba have in its latest inspection?
Baba had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Baba located?
Baba is located at 68-53 Forest Avenue in Queens, NY 11385.
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: 50167339
Last updated: July 3, 2026