Queens, NY — La Guli Pastry Shop, located at 29-15 Ditmars Boulevard in Astoria, received a score of 22 points during a health inspection conducted on February 26, 2026, placing the bakery in Grade B territory. The inspection identified a non-critical violation related to pest conditions at the establishment.

What Inspectors Found

During the February 26 inspection, Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) inspectors cited one non-critical violation under Code 08A: the establishment was not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects, or other pests.

No critical violations were documented during the inspection. The single non-critical violation resulted in a total score of 22 points, which falls within the Grade B range of 14 to 27 points. DOHMH noted that violations were cited but no closure or other enforcement action was taken.

The 08A violation addresses environmental conditions that may attract or harbor pests rather than the confirmed presence of active infestations. This can include structural gaps, improper food storage, standing water, or accumulated debris that create environments where pests could establish themselves.

Food Safety Context

NYC Health Code Article 81 requires food service establishments to maintain conditions that prevent pest harborage and entry. The FDA Food Code similarly mandates that food establishments be designed, constructed, and maintained to prevent the entry and nesting of pests.

For bakeries and pastry shops, pest prevention is particularly important given the presence of flour, sugar, and other dry goods that can attract insects and rodents if not properly stored and maintained. Regular monitoring and proactive maintenance of the physical premises are key components of compliance.

A score of 22 points represents a moderate number of deductions. While the establishment did not meet Grade A standards, the absence of critical violations indicates that no conditions posing an immediate risk to public health were identified during this inspection.

Inspection History

La Guli Pastry Shop's recent inspection record shows a fluctuating pattern of scores:

  • Feb 26, 2026: Score 22 (Grade B)
  • Mar 3, 2025: Score 11 (Grade A)
  • Dec 16, 2024: Score 3 (Grade P — pending adjudication)
  • Dec 12, 2024: Score 48, closed by DOHMH
  • Feb 27, 2024: Score 27 (Grade B)
  • Apr 4, 2023: Score 18

The bakery experienced a closure in December 2024 after receiving a score of 48, but subsequently passed a re-inspection four days later with a score of 3. The establishment then maintained a Grade A score of 11 through its March 2025 inspection before the current Grade B result.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

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

  • A: 0–13 points (lowest number of violation points)
  • B: 14–27 points (moderate violation points)
  • C: 28 or more points (highest number of violation points)

Lower scores indicate fewer or less significant violations. Restaurants receiving a B or C grade may request a re-inspection or adjudication hearing.

This inspection was conducted on February 26, 2026, with data released by DOHMH on March 2, 2026. Inspection results reflect conditions observed at the time of the inspection and may not represent current conditions. Consumers can verify the most recent inspection results for any New York City restaurant through the DOHMH restaurant inspection database available at the NYC Open Data portal.

More About This Restaurant

View the full inspection history for La Guli Pastry Shop including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.