Did BEST GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT pass their NYC health inspection on May 13, 2022?

BEST GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT underwent inspection on May 13, 2022 with a score of 0 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).

What critical violations did BEST GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT have?

BEST GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT 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 06C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?

NYC violation 06C (Food not protected from contamination) is a critical violation. All food must be protected from contamination during storage, prep, display and service Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants

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

BEST GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT

SCORE: 0 POINTS

Friday, May 13, 2022

Overview

BEST GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT in Douglaston Little Neck underwent a NYC health inspection on May 13, 2022 and scored 0 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address

44-35 DOUGLASTON PARKWAY

Queens, NY 11363

Cuisine

Chinese

Inspection Type

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Violations

2 total

⚠ 2 critical

Facility History

5 inspections

1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06C

Food not protected from contamination

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants

📋 Code Requirements

Cover all food; store 6 inches off floor; protect from customer contamination; use sneeze guards

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination

NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09

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⚠ CRITICAL 06A

Personal cleanliness inadequate

Personal cleanliness inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.

⚠️ 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

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Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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