Queens, NY — Beans & Malt, an American restaurant located at 41-02 162nd Street in Flushing, received a score of 37 on a health inspection conducted on February 19, 2026, according to New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) records. The score places the establishment in Grade C territory, representing a significant decline from its most recent Grade A rating.
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What Inspectors Found
During the February 19 inspection, DOHMH inspectors documented one non-critical violation at the establishment:
The restaurant was cited under violation code 08A for not being free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects, or other pests. This violation indicates that inspectors identified environmental conditions within the establishment that could attract or sustain pest activity, such as gaps in walls or floors, improper waste storage, or other structural or sanitary conditions that create pest-friendly environments.
While the inspection record lists no critical violations, the single non-critical violation carried enough penalty points to result in a total score of 37, well above the 28-point threshold for a Grade C designation. Under the DOHMH scoring system, higher scores indicate more significant or numerous violations, with each violation type carrying a predetermined point value based on its severity and potential impact on public health.
Food Safety Context
Pest-related conditions in food service establishments are addressed under NYC Health Code Article 81, which requires restaurants to maintain facilities free of conditions that attract or harbor vermin. The FDA Food Code similarly establishes standards for pest management in food establishments, requiring operators to implement measures to minimize pest entry and harborage.
Conditions conducive to pest activity can compromise food safety in several ways. Pests can contaminate food contact surfaces and stored ingredients, potentially introducing harmful bacteria and pathogens into the food preparation environment. The presence of such conditions, even when active pest activity has not been directly observed, is considered a risk factor that food service operators are required to address and prevent.
Restaurants cited for pest-related conditions are expected to take corrective action, which may include structural repairs, enhanced cleaning protocols, and professional pest management services. DOHMH may conduct follow-up inspections to verify that identified conditions have been remediated.
Inspection History
A review of DOHMH records shows a pattern of fluctuating scores for Beans & Malt over the past two years:
- October 23, 2024: Score 13 (Grade A)
- July 25, 2024: Score 26 (Grade B)
- May 13, 2024: Score 29 (no grade recorded)
The restaurant's most recent prior inspection in October 2024 resulted in a Grade A with a score of 13, indicating the establishment had demonstrated strong compliance with health regulations at that time. The current score of 37 represents the highest score — and therefore the most violations — recorded in the establishment's available inspection history.
The progression from a Grade A score of 13 in October 2024 to a score of 37 in February 2026 marks a notable shift, though it should be noted that inspection scores can vary based on conditions observed on a specific date and do not necessarily reflect the overall or ongoing state of an establishment.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
New York City's restaurant grading system, administered by DOHMH, assigns letter grades based on inspection scores:
- A: 0–13 points
- B: 14–27 points
- C: 28 or more points
Restaurants that receive a B or C grade on an initial inspection have the option to request a re-inspection. The establishment posts the grade from whichever inspection yields the better score. Restaurants may also contest their scores through an administrative tribunal process.
A Grade C score does not automatically result in closure. Restaurants may continue to operate while addressing cited violations and may request a re-inspection to improve their posted grade.
Consumers can look up inspection results for any New York City restaurant through the DOHMH online database or through the NYC Restaurant Inspections website. Inspection records are public data and are updated regularly as new inspections are conducted and processed.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for Beans & Malt including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.