CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO

GRADE P

Friday, July 7, 2017

Overview

CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO in Manhattan underwent a NYC health inspection on July 7, 2017 and scored 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
17 PRINCE STREET
Manhattan, NY 10012
Cuisine
Latin American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
15 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10B

Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained

Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.

⚠️ Why This Matters

WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.

📋 Code Requirements

Install backflow preventers on ALL required fixtures. Maintain air gaps (2x pipe diameter minimum). Fix all leaks immediately. Ensure proper drainage - no standing water. Regular plumbing inspection. No direct connections between sewage and water supply.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
Inspector's Action:

Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.

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CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO — Inspection Questions

Did CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO pass their NYC health inspection on July 7, 2017?
CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO underwent inspection on July 7, 2017 with a score of 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO have?
CAFE HABANA, CAFE HABANA TO GO 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 10B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10B (Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained) is a major violation. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided. Sewage disposal system in disrepair. WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.