Carvel

8612 3 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Carvel three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Oct 30, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “no hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Carvel's latest score is in line with the Brooklyn average of 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 30, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
78
Jul 3, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82
Jun 1, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carvel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carvel on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carvel?

Across the inspection record, “no hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Carvel.

How does Carvel compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Carvel most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Carvel's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Carvel inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Carvel is inspected roughly once per year on average.