Carvel

28-28 Francis Lewis Boulevard, Queens, NY 11358
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Jun 13, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Carvel appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 13, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Carvel is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 13, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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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
90
Jun 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
Dec 12, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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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
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
28-01
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carvel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carvel on file is from Jun 13, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carvel?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Carvel.

How does Carvel compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Carvel most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

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.