Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
February 18, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
LA Baraka currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 18, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
February 18, 2026
- Date
- February 18, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-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
3 inspections
Feb 18, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 19, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
LA Baraka received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in February 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.
LA Baraka's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA Baraka's current NYC health grade?
LA Baraka currently has a A grade.
When was LA Baraka last inspected?
LA Baraka was last inspected on February 18, 2026.
What was LA Baraka's latest inspection score?
LA Baraka's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did LA Baraka have in its latest inspection?
LA Baraka had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is LA Baraka located?
LA Baraka is located at 255-09 Northern Boulevard in Queens, NY 11362.
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: 50120909
Last updated: July 3, 2026