Grade AAmerican

Hot Bagels On 5th

523 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11215

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · New York City health department

What the inspector found on Apr 16, 2026

  • Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.

    Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

    Critical
  • Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.

    Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

    Critical
  • A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.

    Non-food contact surface 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.

  • Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.

    Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.

Inspection history

DateResultTypeViolations
Apr 16, 2026Grade ACycle Inspection / Initial Inspection4 (2 critical)
Feb 5, 2025Grade ACycle Inspection / Initial Inspection1 (1 critical)
Feb 14, 2024Grade ACycle Inspection / Initial Inspection1 (1 critical)

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