Carvel

15-21 College Point Boulevard, Queens, NY 11356
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Carvel, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Nov 24, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with violation counts hovering near two.

Across the inspection history, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average for Queens sits at 75, putting Carvel on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 24, 2025
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
Oct 1, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
86
Apr 26, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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
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 Nov 24, 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 two times, more than any other issue at Carvel.

How does Carvel compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Carvel most recently scored 82 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. Recent inspections at Carvel have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

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.