LA BARRACUDA

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Overview

LA BARRACUDA was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on June 12, 2019 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
196 BEACH 97 STREET
Queens, NY 11693
Cuisine
Latin American
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
1 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 05C

NYC Health Code Violation 05C

Food contact surface improperly constructed or located. Unacceptable material used.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05C to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 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.

Inspector's Action:

Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.

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LA BARRACUDA — Inspection Questions

Did LA BARRACUDA pass their NYC health inspection on June 12, 2019?
LA BARRACUDA was closed by the health department on June 12, 2019 with a score of 116 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did LA BARRACUDA have?
LA BARRACUDA 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 05C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 05C (NYC Health Code Violation 05C) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05C to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.