Joe's Sicilian Bakery

212-16 48 Avenue, Queens, NY 11364

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Joe's Sicilian Bakery has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 11, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits.

“choking first aid” poster not posted comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Queens restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

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

Oct 16, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

10F

May 10, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

02B

20-04

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Joe's Sicilian Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Joe's Sicilian Bakery on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Joe's Sicilian Bakery?

Across the inspection record, “choking first aid” poster not posted has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Joe's Sicilian Bakery.

How does Joe's Sicilian Bakery compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Joe's Sicilian Bakery most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Joe's Sicilian Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Joe's Sicilian Bakery have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Joe's Sicilian Bakery 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 Joe's Sicilian Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Joe's Sicilian Bakery is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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