Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
May 28, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Shaji BBQ currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 28, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 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.
Non-Critical
- Thawing procedure improper.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 28, 2026
- Date
- May 28, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
4 inspections
May 28, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 9, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Shaji BBQ's most recent graded inspection in May 2026 was a A, after a B in February 2024.
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.
Shaji BBQ's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shaji BBQ's current NYC health grade?
Shaji BBQ currently has a A grade.
When was Shaji BBQ last inspected?
Shaji BBQ was last inspected on May 28, 2026.
What was Shaji BBQ's latest inspection score?
Shaji BBQ's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Shaji BBQ have in its latest inspection?
Shaji BBQ had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Shaji BBQ located?
Shaji BBQ is located at 41-73a Bowne Street 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: 50135299
Last updated: July 3, 2026