Staten Island, NY — Bagel Bistro & Diner, located at 1810 Victory Boulevard, received a score of 39 during a health inspection conducted on February 6, 2026, placing it in Grade C territory. Inspectors documented two critical violations related to cold food storage temperatures and sanitation of food contact surfaces.

The score of 39 represents the highest point total recorded for the American restaurant in its available inspection history, which dates back to early 2022. Data from this inspection was released by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on February 9, 2026.

What Inspectors Found

The February 6 inspection identified two critical violations and no non-critical violations.

The first critical violation, cited under code 02G, involved cold time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items held above 41°F. TCS foods — which include items such as dairy products, cooked vegetables, cut fruits, and prepared proteins — require consistent cold holding at or below 41°F to limit bacterial growth. When these foods are held above safe temperatures, the risk of pathogen multiplication increases significantly.

The second critical violation, cited under code 06D, documented food contact surfaces that were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Food contact surfaces include cutting boards, prep tables, utensils, and other equipment that comes into direct contact with food during preparation and service. Inadequate sanitation of these surfaces can facilitate cross-contamination between food items.

No non-critical violations were recorded during this inspection.

Food Safety Context

Both violations cited at Bagel Bistro & Diner relate to fundamental food safety requirements established under NYC Health Code Article 81 and the FDA Food Code.

Cold holding temperature requirements exist because many foodborne pathogens — including Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and E. coli — can multiply rapidly in the temperature range between 41°F and 135°F, commonly referred to as the "danger zone." The FDA Food Code requires TCS foods to be maintained at 41°F or below during cold holding to minimize this risk.

Proper washing, rinsing, and sanitizing of food contact surfaces is a core component of foodborne illness prevention. The FDA Food Code specifies a three-step process: washing with detergent to remove food particles, rinsing with clean water, and sanitizing with an approved chemical solution or hot water to eliminate remaining bacteria. This process must be completed between uses, especially when switching between different food types.

Inspection History

The score of 39 marks a notable departure from Bagel Bistro & Diner's recent inspection record. The restaurant's prior inspections show a pattern of fluctuating scores, though previous results had remained below the Grade C threshold of 28 points:

  • December 4, 2025: Score 25
  • August 26, 2024: Score 12 (Grade A)
  • April 12, 2024: Score 27
  • November 24, 2023: Score 12 (Grade A)
  • September 6, 2023: Score 23
  • February 15, 2023: Score 10 (Grade A)
  • November 16, 2022: Score 17
  • March 1, 2022: Score 9 (Grade A)
  • January 24, 2022: Score 19

The restaurant has earned Grade A scores on four occasions since 2022, most recently in August 2024 with a score of 12. However, the trend over the past two inspection cycles shows increasing scores — from 12 in August 2024 to 25 in December 2025 to 39 in February 2026.

The action recorded for this inspection was "Violations were cited in the following area(s)," indicating the restaurant was not closed as a result of the inspection but was cited for the violations found.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City assigns letter grades to restaurants based on inspection scores under the DOHMH grading system:

  • Grade A: 0–13 points
  • Grade B: 14–27 points
  • Grade C: 28 or more points

Lower scores indicate fewer or less severe violations. Restaurants that receive a Grade B or C on an initial inspection may request a re-inspection to improve their score. Restaurants are required to post their current grade card in a location visible to the public.

Inspection results for all New York City restaurants, including Bagel Bistro & Diner, are publicly available through the DOHMH restaurant inspection database. Consumers can review detailed violation histories and scores at the NYC Open Data portal or through the ABCEats search tool on the DOHMH website.

More About This Restaurant

View the full inspection history for Bagel Bistro & Diner including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.