BLESS BAR & KITCHEN

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Overview

BLESS BAR & KITCHEN in Hamilton Heights Sugar Hill underwent a NYC health inspection on August 16, 2022. The inspection found 3 violations, including 3 critical.

Address
3496 BROADWAY
Manhattan, NY 10031
Cuisine
Latin American
Inspection Type
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Violations
3 total
⚠ 3 critical
Facility History
5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 20-01

NYC Health Code Violation 20-01

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 20-01 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 04J

NYC Health Code Violation 04J

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 04J 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 20-04

NYC Health Code Violation 20-04

“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.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 20-04 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.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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BLESS BAR & KITCHEN — Inspection Questions

Did BLESS BAR & KITCHEN pass their NYC health inspection on August 16, 2022?
BLESS BAR & KITCHEN underwent inspection on August 16, 2022. The inspection found 3 violation(s).
What critical violations did BLESS BAR & KITCHEN have?
BLESS BAR & KITCHEN had 3 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 20-01 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 20-01 (NYC Health Code Violation 20-01) 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 20-01 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 04J mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04J (NYC Health Code Violation 04J) 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 04J to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 20-04 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 20-04 (NYC Health Code Violation 20-04) 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 20-04 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.