BIG GAY ICE CREAM / COFFEE PROJECT NEW YORK

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Friday, January 31, 2025

Overview

BIG GAY ICE CREAM / COFFEE PROJECT NEW YORK was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on January 31, 2025 following a health inspection. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
450 WASHINGTON STREET
Manhattan, NY 10013
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
8 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 08A

Facility Not Free from Harborage Conditions

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

⚠️ Why This Matters

PEST ATTRACTION: Harborage conditions support pest infestations. Gaps allow entry of rodents carrying 35+ diseases. Standing water breeds flies that spread 100+ pathogens. Clutter provides nesting for pests. Creates ongoing contamination risk.

πŸ“‹ Code Requirements

Eliminate ALL harborage conditions: Seal cracks/holes (1/4 inch for mice, 1/2 inch for rats), Fix leaking pipes, Remove clutter/unused equipment, Eliminate standing water, Clean grease accumulation, Maintain 6 inches clearance from walls, Remove cardboard storage.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
⚠ CRITICAL 06C

Food not protected from contamination

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

⚠️ Why This Matters

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

πŸ“‹ 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
Inspector's Action:

Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.

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BIG GAY ICE CREAM / COFFEE PROJECT NEW YORK β€” Inspection Questions

Did BIG GAY ICE CREAM / COFFEE PROJECT NEW YORK pass their NYC health inspection on January 31, 2025?
BIG GAY ICE CREAM / COFFEE PROJECT NEW YORK was closed by the health department on January 31, 2025 with a score of 19 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did BIG GAY ICE CREAM / COFFEE PROJECT NEW YORK have?
BIG GAY ICE CREAM / COFFEE PROJECT NEW YORK 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 08A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 08A (Facility Not Free from Harborage Conditions) is a major violation. Conditions exist that attract or allow pests to harbor in establishment. PEST ATTRACTION: Harborage conditions support pest infestations. Gaps allow entry of rodents carrying 35+ diseases. Standing water breeds flies that spread 100+ pathogens. Clutter provides nesting for pests. Creates ongoing contamination risk.
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