DOWNTOWN MARKET

GRADE A

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Overview

DOWNTOWN MARKET in John F. Kennedy International Airport received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on October 22, 2025, scoring 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
1 JFK INTL AIRPORT BLVD
Queens, NY 11430
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
2 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06C

Food not protected from contamination

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants

📋 Code Requirements

Cover all food; store 6 inches off floor; protect from customer contamination; use sneeze guards

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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DOWNTOWN MARKET — Inspection Questions

Did DOWNTOWN MARKET pass their NYC health inspection on October 22, 2025?
DOWNTOWN MARKET passed with an A grade on October 22, 2025 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did DOWNTOWN MARKET have?
DOWNTOWN MARKET 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 06C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06C (Food not protected from contamination) is a critical violation. All food must be protected from contamination during storage, prep, display and service Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants