COOLER RUNNINGS VEGETARIAN GRILL

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Monday, May 13, 2024

Overview

COOLER RUNNINGS VEGETARIAN GRILL was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on May 13, 2024 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
1785 NEREID AVENUE
Bronx, NY 10466
Cuisine
Vegetarian
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
8 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04L

Evidence of Mice Present in Facility

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

⚠️ Why This Matters

WIDESPREAD CONTAMINATION: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily, each containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. One mouse contaminates 10x more food than it eats through droppings and urine. Mouse allergens trigger asthma. Can infest entire facility in weeks.

📋 Code Requirements

Eliminate immediately: Clean all droppings with bleach solution, Seal ALL holes over 1/4 inch, Remove nesting materials, Professional treatment if >10 droppings found, Discard contaminated foods, Install traps/bait stations, Deep clean entire facility.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
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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COOLER RUNNINGS VEGETARIAN GRILL — Inspection Questions

Did COOLER RUNNINGS VEGETARIAN GRILL pass their NYC health inspection on May 13, 2024?
COOLER RUNNINGS VEGETARIAN GRILL was closed by the health department on May 13, 2024 with a score of 74 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did COOLER RUNNINGS VEGETARIAN GRILL have?
COOLER RUNNINGS VEGETARIAN GRILL 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 04L mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04L (Evidence of Mice Present in Facility) is a critical violation. Mouse droppings, gnaw marks, nesting materials, or live mice observed. WIDESPREAD CONTAMINATION: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily, each containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. One mouse contaminates 10x more food than it eats through droppings and urine. Mouse allergens trigger asthma. Can infest entire facility in weeks.