Hot Bagels

4706 Avenue N, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Hot Bagels has four inspections in the public record. Hot Bagels was last inspected on Jan 28, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from four violations to three.

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

By comparison, the average Brooklyn facility scores 77, putting Hot Bagels on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
04O
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
70
Nov 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
50
Jul 11, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
78
Apr 4, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
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 Hot Bagels last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hot Bagels on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hot Bagels?

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 Hot Bagels.

How does Hot Bagels compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Hot Bagels most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Hot Bagels's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hot Bagels have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hot Bagels means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Hot Bagels inspected?

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