TOMPKINS SQUARE BAGELS

GRADE A

Monday, November 24, 2025

Overview

TOMPKINS SQUARE BAGELS in East Village received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on November 24, 2025, scoring 12 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
165 AVENUE A
Manhattan, NY 10009
Cuisine
Bagels/Pretzels
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
8 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04P

Food containing a prohibited substance held, kept, offered, prepared, processed, packaged, or served. Required succinct nutritional statements not posted on menu(s) for adults and children (2,000 calories per day for adults) Additional nutritional information statement not posted, or additional nutritional information not provided Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

Food containing a prohibited substance held, kept, offered, prepared, processed, packaged, or served.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Food containing a prohibited substance h to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

⚠ CRITICAL 08C

Pesticide not properly used or stored

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Improper pesticide use causes chemical contamination and acute poisoning

📋 Code Requirements

Licensed applicator only; follow label directions; store away from food; use approved chemicals

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.31
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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TOMPKINS SQUARE BAGELS — Inspection Questions

Did TOMPKINS SQUARE BAGELS pass their NYC health inspection on November 24, 2025?
TOMPKINS SQUARE BAGELS passed with an A grade on November 24, 2025 with a score of 12 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did TOMPKINS SQUARE BAGELS have?
TOMPKINS SQUARE BAGELS had 2 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 04P mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04P (Food containing a prohibited substance held, kept, offered, prepared, processed, packaged, or served. Required succinct nutritional statements not posted on menu(s) for adults and children (2,000 calories per day for adults) Additional nutritional information statement not posted, or additional nutritional information not provided Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.) is a critical violation. Food containing a prohibited substance held, kept, offered, prepared, processed, packaged, or served. Required succinct nutritional statements not posted on menu(s) for adults and children (2,000 calories per day for adults) Additional nutritional information statement not posted, or additional nutritional information not provided Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Food containing a prohibited substance h to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 08C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 08C (Pesticide not properly used or stored) is a major violation. Pesticides must be properly labeled, stored, and used according to regulations Improper pesticide use causes chemical contamination and acute poisoning