Pick-A-Bagel

GRADE A

Friday, July 26, 2024

Overview

Pick-A-Bagel in Upper East Side Carnegie Hill received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on July 26, 2024, scoring 6 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
1101 LEXINGTON AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10075
Cuisine
Bagels/Pretzels
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
4 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04L

Evidence of Mice Present in Facility

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

⚠️ Why This Matters

WIDESPREAD CONTAMINATION: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily, each containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. One mouse contaminates 10x more food than it eats through droppings and urine. Mouse allergens trigger asthma. Can infest entire facility in weeks.

📋 Code Requirements

Eliminate immediately: Clean all droppings with bleach solution, Seal ALL holes over 1/4 inch, Remove nesting materials, Professional treatment if >10 droppings found, Discard contaminated foods, Install traps/bait stations, Deep clean entire facility.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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Pick-A-Bagel — Inspection Questions

Did Pick-A-Bagel pass their NYC health inspection on July 26, 2024?
Pick-A-Bagel passed with an A grade on July 26, 2024 with a score of 6 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did Pick-A-Bagel have?
Pick-A-Bagel 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.
What does violation code 04L mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04L (Evidence of Mice Present in Facility) is a critical violation. Mouse droppings, gnaw marks, nesting materials, or live mice observed. WIDESPREAD CONTAMINATION: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily, each containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. One mouse contaminates 10x more food than it eats through droppings and urine. Mouse allergens trigger asthma. Can infest entire facility in weeks.