Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
18
Last inspection
June 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 6
Friendship BBQ currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 25, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 18 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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.
- 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
June 25, 2026
- Date
- June 25, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 18
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Jun 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Friendship BBQ 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.
Friendship BBQ's latest score: 18
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friendship BBQ's current NYC health grade?
Friendship BBQ currently has a N grade.
When was Friendship BBQ last inspected?
Friendship BBQ was last inspected on June 25, 2026.
What was Friendship BBQ's latest inspection score?
Friendship BBQ's latest inspection score was 18 points.
How many violations did Friendship BBQ have in its latest inspection?
Friendship BBQ had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Friendship BBQ located?
Friendship BBQ is located at 136-76 39th Avenue in Queens, NY 11354.
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: 50122544
Last updated: July 3, 2026