Did HOME SWEET HARLEM pass their NYC health inspection on February 6, 2026?

HOME SWEET HARLEM underwent inspection on February 6, 2026 with a score of 23 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).

What critical violations did HOME SWEET HARLEM have?

HOME SWEET HARLEM 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

HOME SWEET HARLEM

GRADE N

Friday, February 6, 2026

Overview

HOME SWEET HARLEM in Manhattanville West Harlem underwent a NYC health inspection on February 6, 2026 and scored 23 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address

1528 AMSTERDAM AVENUE

Manhattan, NY 10031

Cuisine

American

Inspection Type

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Violations

1 total

⚠ 1 critical

Facility History

4 inspections

1 failures

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

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Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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