Sofia's Bagel

140 West 4 Street, Manhattan, NY 10012

American

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent visit was on Mar 18, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with two violations after six on the prior visit.

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing one time across the record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Sofia's Bagel is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

2 minor violations.

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Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

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

Feb 24, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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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, 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

Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.

05E

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

06D

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sofia's Bagel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sofia's Bagel on file is from Mar 18, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sofia's Bagel?

Across the inspection record, failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Sofia's Bagel.

How does Sofia's Bagel compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sofia's Bagel most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sofia's Bagel's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sofia's Bagel have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sofia's Bagel means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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