Poppy Seeds Bagels

2220 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10303
American
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Poppy Seeds Bagels has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. On Oct 23, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

Compared to the broader Staten Island restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
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
86
Jul 24, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 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
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
Failure to comply with an order of the board of health, commissioner or department.
18-13
Order or notice posted or required to be posted by the department mutilated, obstructed or removed.
18-14
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
64

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Poppy Seeds Bagels last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Poppy Seeds Bagels on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Poppy Seeds Bagels compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Poppy Seeds Bagels most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Poppy Seeds Bagels' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Poppy Seeds Bagels have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Poppy Seeds 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.