Urban Vegan Roots

34-47 31 Street, Queens, NY 11106
Vegetarian
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
52
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Urban Vegan Roots stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 27, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from three violations up to five.

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

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Urban Vegan Roots's 52 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
52
Nov 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
78
Jun 26, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Urban Vegan Roots last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Urban Vegan Roots on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Urban Vegan Roots?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Urban Vegan Roots.

How does Urban Vegan Roots compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Urban Vegan Roots most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Urban Vegan Roots's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Urban Vegan Roots have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around five more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Urban Vegan Roots means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Urban Vegan Roots inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Urban Vegan Roots is inspected roughly once per year on average.