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Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters

10-93 Jackson Avenue, Queens, NY 11101
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Dec 19, 2024
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show five inspections at Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 19, 2024. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food contact surface not properly washed”, showing up four times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 19, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
86
Oct 2, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
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
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
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
70
May 3, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
47
Dec 6, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
Jun 22, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.
02G
Proper sanitization not provided for utensil ware washing operation.
10H
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
Single service item reused, improperly stored, dispensed; not used when required.
10I
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
45

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters on file is from Dec 19, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters.

How does Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters 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 Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters is inspected around two times per year on average.

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