Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
June 24, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Hellbender currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 24, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Latest Inspection Details
June 24, 2026
- Date
- June 24, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Jun 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hellbender received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in June 2026 with a score of 13.
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.
Hellbender's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hellbender's current NYC health grade?
Hellbender currently has a A grade.
When was Hellbender last inspected?
Hellbender was last inspected on June 24, 2026.
What was Hellbender's latest inspection score?
Hellbender's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Hellbender have in its latest inspection?
Hellbender had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Hellbender located?
Hellbender is located at 68-22 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: 50139753
Last updated: July 3, 2026