Queens, NY — U Best Bakery, located at 136-47 Roosevelt Avenue in Flushing, received a Grade B following a New York City health inspection conducted March 31, 2026. The bakery recorded a score of 26, placing it at the upper boundary of the B range and one point away from the Grade C threshold. Inspection data was released by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on April 2, 2026.
What Inspectors Found
Inspectors documented two non-critical violations during the March visit. No critical violations were cited.
The first violation, Code 10F, identified non-food contact surfaces or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced, or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above, and underneath the unit. This type of violation typically relates to equipment maintenance and sanitation access rather than direct food handling.
The second violation, Code 10B, noted the absence or inadequacy of anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention devices where required, or issues with equipment or floor drainage. Improper condensation or liquid waste disposal was also included under this code. Drainage and back-flow issues can affect facility cleanliness and, if left unaddressed, may contribute to sanitation concerns over time.
While neither violation was classified as critical, the combined score of 26 reflects a level of deficiency that inspectors and public health officials consider meaningful within the grading framework.
Food Safety Context
New York City restaurants are inspected under NYC Health Code Article 81, which governs food handling, equipment maintenance, facility conditions, and sanitation practices. The FDA Food Code serves as a baseline for many of these standards and is incorporated into city-level regulations.
Non-critical violations like those documented at U Best Bakery do not indicate an immediate health hazard to the public, but they do reflect maintenance and operational practices that fall short of full compliance. A score of 26 is technically within the passing range for a Grade B, but it sits at the high end of that tier. Any additional point in a future inspection could move the establishment into Grade C territory.
DOHMH conducts unannounced inspections on a cycle that varies based on prior performance and risk level. Establishments that score in the upper B range are typically reinspected within a shorter interval.
Inspection History
U Best Bakery's recent inspection record shows a notable shift from its prior visit:
- June 17, 2026: Score 7 (Grade A)
- March 31, 2026: Score 26 (Grade B)
The June 2026 result indicates a return to Grade A performance following the March inspection, suggesting the issues documented in the spring have since been addressed. The March score represents the lower point in recent compliance history.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
DOHMH assigns letter grades based on the total points accumulated during an inspection:
- A: 0–13 points (lowest number of violations)
- B: 14–27 points
- C: 28 or more points
Restaurants are required to post their current grade card in a window visible to the public. Consumers can look up full inspection histories, including violation details and scores, through the DOHMH online restaurant inspection database at nyc.gov/health.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for U Best Bakery including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.