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National Bakery

2214 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, National Bakery has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Oct 23, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, showing up four times.

National Bakery's latest score of 82 sits above the Bronx average of 77. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Sep 3, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 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
74
Mar 25, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
67
Jan 26, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
“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
45
Jun 6, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
“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
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
55
May 1, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 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
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was National Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at National Bakery on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at National Bakery?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at National Bakery.

How does National Bakery compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

National Bakery most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has National Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at National Bakery have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at National 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 National Bakery inspected?

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

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