Cold Stone Creamery Health Inspection Grade
Frozen Desserts · 176-60 Union Turnpike, Queens, NY 11366
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
May 17, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 4
Cold Stone Creamery currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 17, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Latest Inspection Details
May 17, 2026
- Date
- May 17, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
May 17, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cold Stone Creamery has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and July 2025. Its latest score remained 10 in both inspections.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Cold Stone Creamery's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cold Stone Creamery's current NYC health grade?
Cold Stone Creamery currently has a A grade.
When was Cold Stone Creamery last inspected?
Cold Stone Creamery was last inspected on May 17, 2026.
What was Cold Stone Creamery's latest inspection score?
Cold Stone Creamery's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Cold Stone Creamery have in its latest inspection?
Cold Stone Creamery had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Cold Stone Creamery located?
Cold Stone Creamery is located at 176-60 Union Turnpike in Queens, NY 11366.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50163380
Last updated: July 3, 2026