LA PAUSA

SCORE: 40 POINTS

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Overview

LA PAUSA in Bushwick (West) underwent a NYC health inspection on October 22, 2025 and scored 40 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
244 WYCKOFF AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11237
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
3 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 05C

NYC Health Code Violation 05C

Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. Unacceptable material used. Culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.

⚠️ 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:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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LA PAUSA — Inspection Questions

Did LA PAUSA pass their NYC health inspection on October 22, 2025?
LA PAUSA underwent inspection on October 22, 2025 with a score of 40 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did LA PAUSA have?
LA PAUSA 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.