Carvel

103-21 Metropolitan Avenue, Queens, NY 11375
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Carvel has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Carvel is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
82
Jan 16, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86
Sep 26, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
74
Sep 20, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Dec 22, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carvel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carvel on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carvel?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited four 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. 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 around two times per year on average.