THE BLACK SHEEP in Murray Hill Kips Bay
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026
📍 593 3 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016 ·
🚇 Grand Central-42nd Street
Overview
The Black Sheep in Murray Hill holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, based on a score of 13 points. The Irish restaurant has one inspection on record from 2025, with no emergency closures.
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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspection
THE BLACK SHEEP in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Full Inspection History (2 records)
GRADE A
Mar 9, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
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.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination du...
GRADE N
Oct 23, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingerna...
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THE BLACK SHEEP in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was THE BLACK SHEEP last inspected?
- THE BLACK SHEEP was last inspected on March 9, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
- What is THE BLACK SHEEP's current health grade?
- THE BLACK SHEEP currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has THE BLACK SHEEP had?
- THE BLACK SHEEP has 2 health inspections on record from October 2025 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at THE BLACK SHEEP?
- The worst inspection score recorded at THE BLACK SHEEP was 27 points on October 23, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has THE BLACK SHEEP ever received a Grade C?
- No. THE BLACK SHEEP has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.