BLISS 46 BISTRO

GRADE A

Monday, April 11, 2022

Overview

BLISS 46 BISTRO in Sunnyside received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on April 11, 2022, scoring 8 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
43-46 46 STREET
Queens, NY 11104
Cuisine
French
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
4 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ 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
⚠ CRITICAL 09B

Thawing procedure improper

Thawing procedures improper.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Improper thawing allows surface bacteria to multiply while interior remains frozen

📋 Code Requirements

Thaw under refrigeration, under cold running water, in microwave, or as part of cooking

CDC Risk Factor: Improper Holding/Time & Temperature
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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BLISS 46 BISTRO — Inspection Questions

Did BLISS 46 BISTRO pass their NYC health inspection on April 11, 2022?
BLISS 46 BISTRO passed with an A grade on April 11, 2022 with a score of 8 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did BLISS 46 BISTRO have?
BLISS 46 BISTRO 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 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
What does violation code 09B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 09B (Thawing procedure improper) is a major violation. Frozen foods must be thawed using approved methods to prevent bacterial growth Improper thawing allows surface bacteria to multiply while interior remains frozen