LA BOTANERA DE ACAPULCO RESTAURANT CORP

GRADE N

Monday, August 5, 2024

Overview

LA BOTANERA DE ACAPULCO RESTAURANT CORP in Hamilton Heights Sugar Hill underwent a NYC health inspection on August 5, 2024 and scored 26 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
540 WEST 145 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10031
Cuisine
Mexican
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
12 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10B

Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

⚠️ 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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LA BOTANERA DE ACAPULCO RESTAURANT CORP — Inspection Questions

Did LA BOTANERA DE ACAPULCO RESTAURANT CORP pass their NYC health inspection on August 5, 2024?
LA BOTANERA DE ACAPULCO RESTAURANT CORP underwent inspection on August 5, 2024 with a score of 26 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did LA BOTANERA DE ACAPULCO RESTAURANT CORP have?
LA BOTANERA DE ACAPULCO RESTAURANT CORP 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.