LOCO COCO

SCORE: 15 POINTS

Monday, January 9, 2023

Overview

LOCO COCO in Morningside Heights underwent a NYC health inspection on January 9, 2023 and scored 15 points. The inspection found 3 violations, including 3 critical.

Address
29-07 BROADWAY
Queens, NY 11106
Cuisine
Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
3 total
⚠ 3 critical
Facility History
4 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06E

NYC Health Code Violation 06E

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 06E 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.

⚠ CRITICAL 06B

NYC Health Code Violation 06B

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 06B 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.

⚠ CRITICAL 10G

Dishwashing facilities inadequate

Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Inadequate dishwashing spreads bacteria across all utensils and tableware

📋 Code Requirements

Three-compartment sink or approved dishwasher; proper wash, rinse, sanitize procedures

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.21
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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LOCO COCO — Inspection Questions

Did LOCO COCO pass their NYC health inspection on January 9, 2023?
LOCO COCO underwent inspection on January 9, 2023 with a score of 15 points. The inspection found 3 violation(s).
What critical violations did LOCO COCO have?
LOCO COCO had 3 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 06E mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06E (NYC Health Code Violation 06E) 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 06E to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 06B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06B (NYC Health Code Violation 06B) 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 06B to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 10G mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10G (Dishwashing facilities inadequate) is a major violation. Proper warewashing facilities and procedures required to sanitize equipment Inadequate dishwashing spreads bacteria across all utensils and tableware