Queens, NY — Lefkos Pyrgos, a bakery and dessert shop located at 33-02 Ditmars Boulevard in Astoria, received a Grade B following a New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene inspection conducted on March 17, 2026. The establishment scored 24 points, placing it near the upper boundary of the B range and close to the Grade C threshold. Inspection data was released by DOHMH on March 31, 2026.

What Inspectors Found

Inspectors documented one non-critical violation during the March visit. No critical violations were recorded.

The single violation, cited under Code 10B, identified an issue with plumbing drainage or liquid waste disposal. Specifically, inspectors noted that anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention equipment was not provided where required, or that equipment or flooring was not properly drained. This type of violation relates to the physical infrastructure of the facility rather than direct food handling practices.

While no critical violations were found — meaning no conditions were identified that pose an immediate risk of foodborne illness — the 24-point score reflects the cumulative weight assigned to the plumbing deficiency under the city's scoring system.

Food Safety Context

New York City restaurant inspections are governed by NYC Health Code Article 81, which establishes standards for food handling, facility maintenance, pest control, and sanitation practices. The city's grading system assigns point values to each violation based on its potential public health impact.

Under the FDA Food Code, which informs New York City's inspection standards, proper drainage and back-flow prevention are considered important elements of a sanitary facility. Inadequate drainage can contribute to standing water or contamination pathways if left unaddressed. The violation cited at Lefkos Pyrgos falls into a category that, while non-critical, still carries point weight under the grading formula.

A score of 24 sits four points below the Grade C threshold of 28, meaning the restaurant passed the B grade range but with limited margin.

Inspection History

The March 2026 result represents a notable change from the establishment's prior record:

  • December 16, 2025: Score 49 (no grade assigned at that cycle)
  • August 8, 2024: Score 10 (Grade A)
  • May 30, 2023: Score 10 (Grade A)
  • June 16, 2022: Score 12 (Grade A)

Prior to the December 2025 inspection, Lefkos Pyrgos had maintained a consistent Grade A record across three consecutive inspection cycles dating back to 2022. The December 2025 score of 49 did not result in a posted grade, which can occur during initial inspections in a cycle when a restaurant scores above the A threshold and receives a re-inspection opportunity. The March 2026 visit represents that follow-up, resulting in the posted Grade B.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City posts letter grades at restaurant entrances based on inspection scores:

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

Lower scores reflect fewer or less severe violations. Grades must be displayed prominently at the restaurant's entrance so that customers can review them before entering.

Residents can look up the full inspection record for any New York City restaurant through the DOHMH's online inspection database at nyc.gov/health. Inspection reports include violation descriptions, scores, and grade history for all inspected establishments.

More About This Restaurant

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