More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Bensons Dairy Bar last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jun 5, 2026. The result listed by New York State Department of Health was “Critical violations found”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from Aug 22, 2024 to Jun 5, 2026.
Has Bensons Dairy Bar ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Aug 22, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Inspection
Jun 5, 2026
Critical violations found
2 recorded violations
minorCode 8EFood temperature
Official Wording
Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Enough refrigerated storage equipment is not present, properly designed, maintained or operated so that all potentially hazardous foods are cooled properly and stored below 45�F as required.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Official record from New York State Department of Health, Jun 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 23, 2025
No violations found
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from New York State Department of Health, May 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 22, 2024
Non-critical violations only
1 recorded violation
minorCode 15BFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.