DRIFT BK RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Friday, June 28, 2024

Overview

DRIFT BK RESTAURANT & LOUNGE in East Flatbush Farragut underwent a NYC health inspection on June 28, 2024. The inspection found 2 violations, including 1 critical.

Address
4315 FARRAGUT ROAD
Brooklyn, NY 11203
Cuisine
Caribbean
Inspection Type
Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
9 inspections

Violations Cited

• MAJOR 15-21

NYC Health Code Violation 15-21

Flavored tobacco products sold, offered for sale

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 15-21 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

⚠ 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:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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DRIFT BK RESTAURANT & LOUNGE — Inspection Questions

Did DRIFT BK RESTAURANT & LOUNGE pass their NYC health inspection on June 28, 2024?
DRIFT BK RESTAURANT & LOUNGE underwent inspection on June 28, 2024. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did DRIFT BK RESTAURANT & LOUNGE have?
DRIFT BK RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 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 15-21 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 15-21 (NYC Health Code Violation 15-21) is a major violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 15-21 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.
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.