Queens, NY — Nexo Nutrition Club, a juice and smoothie shop located at 95-05 Sutphin Boulevard in Jamaica, Queens, received a score of 28 during a New York City health inspection conducted on February 27, 2026. The score places the establishment in Grade C territory, the lowest passing grade in the city's restaurant grading system.
The inspection identified two non-critical violations related to pest management documentation and dishwashing practices. The data was released by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on March 4, 2026.
What Inspectors Found
During the inspection, DOHMH inspectors cited Nexo Nutrition Club for two non-critical violations:
The first violation, coded 28-06, noted that the establishment did not have a contract with a pest management professional in place and that records of extermination activities were not kept on the premises. New York City regulations require food service establishments to maintain an active agreement with a licensed pest control provider and to keep documentation of all pest management activities readily available for inspection.
The second violation, coded 10G, cited deficiencies in dishwashing and ware washing procedures. Inspectors found that the cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment, was not being performed adequately. For a business that prepares juices, smoothies, and fruit salads, proper sanitization of blending equipment, cutting surfaces, and serving containers is essential to preventing cross-contamination and bacterial growth.
While neither violation was classified as critical, their combined point values brought the establishment's total score to 28, one point above the Grade C threshold.
Food Safety Context
NYC Health Code Article 81 establishes the regulatory framework governing food service establishments in the city. Under these regulations, all food service operations must maintain active pest management contracts and demonstrate proper sanitation procedures for all food-contact surfaces.
The FDA Food Code, which serves as a model for local jurisdictions, emphasizes that equipment and utensils must be cleaned and sanitized after each use to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. This is particularly relevant for establishments that handle fresh produce, as fruits and vegetables can harbor pathogens if they come into contact with improperly sanitized surfaces.
The absence of a documented pest management program raises concerns because it means there is no verified record of routine inspections for common urban pests such as rodents and insects, which can contaminate food preparation areas and introduce disease-causing organisms into a food service environment.
Inspection History
This appears to be the first recorded inspection for Nexo Nutrition Club in the DOHMH database. No prior inspection history is available for this establishment.
Without a previous inspection record for comparison, it is not possible to assess whether the violations identified represent ongoing conditions or issues specific to the time of this inspection. First inspections often serve as a baseline, and establishments typically have the opportunity to correct cited violations before a re-inspection determines the final posted grade.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
New York City's restaurant grading system, administered by DOHMH, assigns letter grades based on the total violation points recorded during an inspection. Lower scores indicate fewer or less severe violations:
- A: 0–13 points — The establishment is in substantial compliance with food safety regulations.
- B: 14–27 points — Some violations were identified that require attention and correction.
- C: 28 or more points — Multiple or significant violations were documented, and the establishment may be subject to additional inspections.
Nexo Nutrition Club's score of 28 places it at the minimum threshold for a Grade C. The establishment has the option to request an adjudication hearing to contest the score or to address the violations and request a re-inspection.
Consumers can look up the latest inspection results for any New York City restaurant through the DOHMH website or by checking the letter grade card posted at the establishment's entrance, as required by city law.
Inspection data referenced in this article is sourced from public records maintained by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The inspection was conducted on February 27, 2026, with data made publicly available on March 4, 2026.
More About This Restaurant
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