Sofia's Guac Bar Forest

1210 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Sofia's Guac Bar Forest stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 5, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Sofia's Guac Bar Forest's 58 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
58
Aug 25, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Aug 3, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
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
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
52

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sofia's Guac Bar Forest last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sofia's Guac Bar Forest on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sofia's Guac Bar Forest?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sofia's Guac Bar Forest.

How does Sofia's Guac Bar Forest compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Sofia's Guac Bar Forest most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Sofia's Guac Bar Forest's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sofia's Guac Bar Forest have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sofia's Guac Bar Forest 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 Sofia's Guac Bar Forest inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sofia's Guac Bar Forest is inspected roughly once per year on average.