Carvel

280 Marsh Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Nov 26, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Carvel, the earliest from 2023. Carvel was last inspected on Nov 26, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Staten Island restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 26, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
86
Aug 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
78
Jun 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
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
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use
09A
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carvel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carvel on file is from Nov 26, 2025. The public record contains three 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 two times, more than any other issue at Carvel.

How does Carvel compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Carvel most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Carvel's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Carvel have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the 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.