Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
June 30, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Old Friend BBQ currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 30, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 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.
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
Latest Inspection Details
June 30, 2025
- Date
- June 30, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 30, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 24, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 17, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Old Friend BBQ has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2025 and July 2023. Its latest score was 11, lower than its July 2023 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.
Old Friend BBQ's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Friend BBQ's current NYC health grade?
Old Friend BBQ currently has a A grade.
When was Old Friend BBQ last inspected?
Old Friend BBQ was last inspected on June 30, 2025.
What was Old Friend BBQ's latest inspection score?
Old Friend BBQ's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Old Friend BBQ have in its latest inspection?
Old Friend BBQ had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Old Friend BBQ located?
Old Friend BBQ is located at 140-08 Holly Avenue in Queens, NY 11355.
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: 50135541
Last updated: July 3, 2026