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Pick-A-Bagel

251 Murray Street, Manhattan, NY 10282
American
Last inspected: Nov 7, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Public records show five inspections at Pick-A-Bagel stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 7, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

“Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Pick-A-Bagel's latest score of 58 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
58
Sep 17, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
64
Jan 31, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Nov 8, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
64
May 5, 2023
Cycle Inspection / 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
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pick-A-Bagel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pick-A-Bagel on file is from Nov 7, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pick-A-Bagel?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pick-A-Bagel.

How does Pick-A-Bagel compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Pick-A-Bagel most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Pick-A-Bagel's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pick-A-Bagel have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pick-A-Bagel 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 Pick-A-Bagel inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pick-A-Bagel is inspected around two times per year on average.

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