BABKA BAILOUT

GRADE A

Thursday, December 14, 2023

Overview

BABKA BAILOUT in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on December 14, 2023, scoring 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
20 UNION SQUARE WEST
Manhattan, NY 10003
Cuisine
Other
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
1 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06A

Personal cleanliness inadequate

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility

📋 Code Requirements

Clean outer garments; hair restraints; no jewelry; short, clean fingernails; no nail polish

CDC Risk Factor: Poor Personal Hygiene
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.13
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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BABKA BAILOUT — Inspection Questions

Did BABKA BAILOUT pass their NYC health inspection on December 14, 2023?
BABKA BAILOUT passed with an A grade on December 14, 2023 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did BABKA BAILOUT have?
BABKA BAILOUT had 1 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 06A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06A (Personal cleanliness inadequate) is a critical violation. Food workers must maintain high standards of personal cleanliness Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility