Jewel Bagels

69-48 Main Street, Queens, NY 11367

Jewish / Kosher

Last inspected: Dec 9, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Jewel Bagels has been inspected three times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Dec 9, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

When inspectors have written things up, wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Queens restaurant scores 75. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 9, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Sep 11, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

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Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

May 9, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jewel Bagels last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jewel Bagels on file is from Dec 9, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jewel Bagels?

Across the inspection record, wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Jewel Bagels.

How does Jewel Bagels compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Jewel Bagels most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Jewel Bagels's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jewel Bagels 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 Jewel Bagels inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jewel Bagels is inspected around two times per year on average.

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