Bagel Express Iii
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
74
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Bagel Express Iii, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 6, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with four violations after eight on the prior visit.
The pattern that stands out is establishment is not free of harborage or conditions, which has been cited four times.
Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, this is about average. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
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.
10F
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
74
Dec 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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.
06C
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
58
Aug 27, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
6 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
05C
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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.
06C
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.
28-03
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
32
Apr 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
64
Jan 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bagel Express Iii last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bagel Express Iii on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bagel Express Iii?
Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Bagel Express Iii.
How does Bagel Express Iii compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?
Bagel Express Iii most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.
Has Bagel Express Iii's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bagel Express Iii have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about eight previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Bagel Express Iii means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Bagel Express Iii inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bagel Express Iii is inspected around two times per year on average.
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