The Black Whale
Public records currently show only two inspections for The Black Whale. The Black Whale was last inspected on Oct 9, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to three violations.
The pattern that stands out is “mechanical or natural ventilation not provided”, which has been cited two times.
The city-wide average is 77, putting The Black Whale squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Black Whale last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Black Whale on file is from Oct 9, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Black Whale?
Across the inspection record, “mechanical or natural ventilation not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Black Whale.
How does The Black Whale compare to other restaurants in Bronx?
The Black Whale most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bronx average of 77.
Has The Black Whale's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Black Whale have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Black Whale means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.