EL POTE RESTAURANT

SCORE: 54 POINTS

Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Overview

EL POTE RESTAURANT in Murray Hill Kips Bay underwent a NYC health inspection on November 10, 2021 and scored 54 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
718 2 AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10016
Cuisine
Spanish
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
16 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 08C

Pesticide not properly used or stored

Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. Prohibited chemical used/stored. Open bait station used.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Improper pesticide use causes chemical contamination and acute poisoning

📋 Code Requirements

Licensed applicator only; follow label directions; store away from food; use approved chemicals

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.31
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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EL POTE RESTAURANT — Inspection Questions

Did EL POTE RESTAURANT pass their NYC health inspection on November 10, 2021?
EL POTE RESTAURANT underwent inspection on November 10, 2021 with a score of 54 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did EL POTE RESTAURANT have?
EL POTE RESTAURANT 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 08C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 08C (Pesticide not properly used or stored) is a major violation. Pesticides must be properly labeled, stored, and used according to regulations Improper pesticide use causes chemical contamination and acute poisoning