Japanese · Williamsburg
SALT + CHARCOAL health grade & inspection history
171 GRAND STREET, Brooklyn, NY 11249
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: C (Mar 6, 2024). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Mar 21, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02BCritical violation
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 04LCritical violation
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 06CCritical violation
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.
- 08A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 09C
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 10F
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.
Score trend
SALT + CHARCOAL inspection history
11 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | — | 28 | 6 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Mar 21, 2026 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Mar 6, 2024 | C | 39 | 7 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Mar 6, 2024 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection |
| Apr 4, 2023 | — | 19 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 4, 2023 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 10FRecorded in 3 inspections
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.
- 20-06Recorded in 3 inspections
Current letter grade or "Grade Pending" card not posted.
- 02BRecorded in 2 inspections
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 04LRecorded in 2 inspections
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 08ARecorded in 2 inspections
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 08CRecorded in 2 inspections
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Official location
SALT + CHARCOAL on the map
Common questions
SALT + CHARCOAL inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for SALT + CHARCOAL?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is C, dated Mar 6, 2024. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 28 violation points.
When was SALT + CHARCOAL last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Mar 21, 2026.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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