4TH FLOOR CAFETERIA

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Overview

4TH FLOOR CAFETERIA in Upper East Side Lenox Hill Roosevelt Island underwent a NYC health inspection on March 11, 2025. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
221 EAST 71 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10021
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
3 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 18-11

NYC Health Code Violation 18-11

Food Protection Certificate not available for inspection

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 18-11 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 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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4TH FLOOR CAFETERIA — Inspection Questions

Did 4TH FLOOR CAFETERIA pass their NYC health inspection on March 11, 2025?
4TH FLOOR CAFETERIA underwent inspection on March 11, 2025. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did 4TH FLOOR CAFETERIA have?
4TH FLOOR CAFETERIA 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 18-11 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 18-11 (NYC Health Code Violation 18-11) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 18-11 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
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.