Au Bon Pain

Laguardia Airport, Queens, NY 11369
Soups/Salads/Sandwiches
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2020
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Au Bon Pain three times, with records going back to 2017. On Feb 6, 2020, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Au Bon Pain's record stops at Feb 6, 2020, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (FRSA) flies present” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Au Bon Pain is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2020
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (frsa) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and phorid flies.
04N
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
82
Sep 20, 2018
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.
06F
74
Sep 14, 2017
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (frsa) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and phorid flies.
04N
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Au Bon Pain last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Au Bon Pain on file is from Feb 6, 2020. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Au Bon Pain?

Across the inspection record, “filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (FRSA) flies present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Au Bon Pain.

How does Au Bon Pain compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Au Bon Pain most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Au Bon Pain's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Au Bon Pain have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Au Bon Pain means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.