Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
21
Last inspection
December 1, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
16 / 5
Sandz currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 1, 2025 found 4 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 2 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.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
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.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
December 1, 2025
- Date
- December 1, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 16
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 4 (2 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Dec 1, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Sandz 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.
Sandz's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandz's current NYC health grade?
Sandz currently has a N grade.
When was Sandz last inspected?
Sandz was last inspected on December 1, 2025.
What was Sandz's latest inspection score?
Sandz's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did Sandz have in its latest inspection?
Sandz had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Sandz located?
Sandz is located at 234-32 Merrick Boulevard in Queens, NY 11422.
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: 50166044
Last updated: July 3, 2026