CHARLOTTE CAFE

SCORE: 27 POINTS

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Overview

CHARLOTTE CAFE in Upper West Side (Central) underwent a NYC health inspection on March 5, 2026 and scored 27 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
2541 BROADWAY
Manhattan, NY 10025
Cuisine
Bakery Products/Desserts
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06A

Personal cleanliness inadequate

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

⚠️ 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
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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CHARLOTTE CAFE — Inspection Questions

Did CHARLOTTE CAFE pass their NYC health inspection on March 5, 2026?
CHARLOTTE CAFE underwent inspection on March 5, 2026 with a score of 27 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did CHARLOTTE CAFE have?
CHARLOTTE CAFE 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 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