LE PAIN QUOTIDIEN
SCORE: 23 POINTSWednesday, February 4, 2026
Address
250 WEST 55 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10019
Cuisine
French
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections
Violations Cited
⚠ CRITICAL
02D
Commercially processed pre-cooked TCS in hermetically sealed containers and precooked TCS in intact packages from non-retail food processing establishments not heated to 140 °F within 2 hours of removal from container or package. Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient. The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufactur
Commercially processed pre-cooked TCS in hermetically sealed containers and precooked TCS in intact packages from non-retail food processing establishments not heated to 140 °F within 2 hours of removal from container or package.
⚠️ Why This Matters
HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Commercially processed pre-cooked TCS in 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).