INSOMNIA COOKIES

Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Overview

INSOMNIA COOKIES in Downtown Brooklyn DUMBO Boerum Hill underwent a NYC health inspection on March 8, 2022. The inspection found 2 violations, including 1 critical.

Address
109 SMITH STREET
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Cuisine
Bakery Products/Desserts
Inspection Type
Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
7 inspections

Violations Cited

• MAJOR 15F7

NYC Health Code Violation 15F7

Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 15F7 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 10F

Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

⚠️ Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.

📋 Code Requirements

Clean all non-food surfaces regularly: Walls, ceilings, floors daily in food areas, Equipment exteriors, Storage shelves, Light fixtures monthly. Seal cracks. Repair damaged surfaces. Maintain cleaning schedule. Assign responsibilities.

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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INSOMNIA COOKIES — Inspection Questions

Did INSOMNIA COOKIES pass their NYC health inspection on March 8, 2022?
INSOMNIA COOKIES underwent inspection on March 8, 2022. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did INSOMNIA COOKIES have?
INSOMNIA COOKIES 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 15F7 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 15F7 (NYC Health Code Violation 15F7) 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 15F7 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.
What does violation code 10F mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10F (Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean) is a minor violation. Non-food contact surfaces or equipment not kept clean, not properly sealed, or not properly maintained. INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.