KING'S ARMS RESTAURANT

GRADE A

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Overview

KING'S ARMS RESTAURANT in West New Brighton Silver Lake Grymes Hill received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on November 27, 2024, scoring 11 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
500 FOREST AVENUE
Staten Island, NY 10310
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
6 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04C

Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food

Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

⚠️ Why This Matters

DIRECT CONTAMINATION: Hands carry 150+ bacterial species and 3,000-5,000 bacteria per square centimeter. Even 'clean' hands transfer millions of bacteria. Ready-to-eat foods receive no kill step. Bare hand contact is #1 factor in Norovirus outbreaks affecting 20 million Americans annually.

📋 Code Requirements

NO bare hand contact EVER with ready-to-eat foods. Use: Single-use gloves (change every hour and between tasks), Tongs/spatulas/spoons, Deli tissue/wax paper. Wash hands before donning gloves. Post signs. This is NON-NEGOTIABLE in NYC.

CDC Risk Factor: Poor Personal Hygiene - #1 CDC Risk Factor
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.13(d)
⚠ CRITICAL 10F

Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, 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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KING'S ARMS RESTAURANT — Inspection Questions

Did KING'S ARMS RESTAURANT pass their NYC health inspection on November 27, 2024?
KING'S ARMS RESTAURANT passed with an A grade on November 27, 2024 with a score of 11 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did KING'S ARMS RESTAURANT have?
KING'S ARMS RESTAURANT had 2 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 04C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04C (Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food) is a critical violation. Food workers must not touch ready-to-eat foods with bare hands. Must use utensils, gloves, or other barriers. DIRECT CONTAMINATION: Hands carry 150+ bacterial species and 3,000-5,000 bacteria per square centimeter. Even 'clean' hands transfer millions of bacteria. Ready-to-eat foods receive no kill step. Bare hand contact is #1 factor in Norovirus outbreaks affecting 20 million Americans annually.
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.