La Nueva Bakery
Last inspected: Sep 8, 2025
82
Score
Going back to 2023, La Nueva Bakery has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 8, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 8, 2025
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
Jul 31, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations.
View 4 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
55
May 12, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
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
Lighting inadequate; permanent lighting not provided in food preparation areas, ware washing areas, and storage rooms. shatterproof bulb or shield to prevent broken glass from falling into food or onto surfaces, not installed.
10C
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
Providing single-use plastic stirrers or single-use plastic splash sticks.
19-05
52
Jun 25, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
90
May 28, 2024
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
Jun 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
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
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
86
May 30, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Nueva Bakery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Nueva Bakery on file is from Sep 8, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Nueva Bakery?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at La Nueva Bakery.
How does La Nueva Bakery compare to other restaurants in Queens?
La Nueva Bakery most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.
Has La Nueva Bakery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Nueva Bakery have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Nueva 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 La Nueva Bakery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Nueva Bakery is inspected around four times per year on average.
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