Did GP SMOOTHIES & GIFTSHOP pass their NYC health inspection on February 2, 2026?

GP SMOOTHIES & GIFTSHOP passed with an A grade on February 2, 2026 with a score of 13 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).

What critical violations did GP SMOOTHIES & GIFTSHOP have?

GP SMOOTHIES & GIFTSHOP had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.

GP SMOOTHIES & GIFTSHOP

GRADE A

Monday, February 2, 2026

Overview

GP SMOOTHIES & GIFTSHOP in Castle Hill Unionport received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on February 2, 2026, scoring 13 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address

1152 CASTLE HILL AVENUE

Bronx, NY 10462

Cuisine

Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads

Inspection Type

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Violations

1 total

⚠ 1 critical

Facility History

4 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04K

Evidence of Rats Present in Facility

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

⚠️ Why This Matters

SEVERE BIOHAZARD: Rats carry 35+ diseases including Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure), Hantavirus (38% mortality), Salmonella, and plague. One rat produces 40-50 droppings daily containing millions of pathogens. Urine aerosols spread disease throughout facility.

📋 Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED: Close affected areas, Professional extermination within 24 hours, Clean/sanitize with 10% bleach solution, Discard ALL contaminated food, Seal holes over 1/2 inch, Remove food/water sources, Install bait stations, May require closure.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental

NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17

📖 NYC Health Code 📚 FDA Food Code 🎓 CDC Info

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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