Topos Bookstore Cafe

788 Woodward Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Topos Bookstore Cafe has been inspected five times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 25, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Queens restaurant scores 75. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Jan 22, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

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

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

06D

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Dec 6, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Nov 17, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

06D

10F

Jun 28, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 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 rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Topos Bookstore Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Topos Bookstore Cafe on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Topos Bookstore Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Topos Bookstore Cafe.

How does Topos Bookstore Cafe compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Topos Bookstore Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Topos Bookstore Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Topos Bookstore Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Topos Bookstore Cafe 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 Topos Bookstore Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Topos Bookstore Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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