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Barbecue · 179-08 Union Turnpike, Queens, NY 11366
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
23
Last inspection
September 9, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
14 / 9
The Hot Spot BBQ & Grill currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 9, 2026 found 6 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 23 points.
The Hot Spot BBQ & Grill does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
The Hot Spot BBQ & Grill was last inspected on September 9, 2026.
The Hot Spot BBQ & Grill's latest inspection score was 23 points.
The Hot Spot BBQ & Grill had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
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: 50072524
Last updated: October 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
The Hot Spot BBQ & Grill received an A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in January 2025 with a score of 12.
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.
The Hot Spot BBQ & Grill's latest score: 23
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →The Hot Spot BBQ & Grill is located at 179-08 Union Turnpike in Queens, NY 11366.
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