GRIND NYC COFFEE SHOP

SCORE: 20 POINTS

Friday, December 3, 2021

Overview

GRIND NYC COFFEE SHOP in Hell's Kitchen underwent a NYC health inspection on December 3, 2021 and scored 20 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
602 9 AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10036
Cuisine
Coffee/Tea
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
8 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10B

Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained

Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.

⚠️ Why This Matters

WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.

📋 Code Requirements

Install backflow preventers on ALL required fixtures. Maintain air gaps (2x pipe diameter minimum). Fix all leaks immediately. Ensure proper drainage - no standing water. Regular plumbing inspection. No direct connections between sewage and water supply.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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GRIND NYC COFFEE SHOP — Inspection Questions

Did GRIND NYC COFFEE SHOP pass their NYC health inspection on December 3, 2021?
GRIND NYC COFFEE SHOP underwent inspection on December 3, 2021 with a score of 20 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did GRIND NYC COFFEE SHOP have?
GRIND NYC COFFEE SHOP 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 10B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10B (Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained) is a major violation. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided. Sewage disposal system in disrepair. WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.