MAMA PHO / SOJUICE

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Thursday, May 26, 2022

Overview

MAMA PHO / SOJUICE was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on May 26, 2022 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
580 GRAND STREET
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Cuisine
Southeast Asian
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
8 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06D

Food Contact Surfaces Not Properly Sanitized

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

⚠️ Why This Matters

BACTERIAL BUILDUP: Unsanitized surfaces harbor millions of bacteria within hours. Cross-contamination affects all food prepared on surface. Major cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Cutting boards can contain 200x more bacteria than toilet seats.

📋 Code Requirements

Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: After each use, Between different food types, Every 4 hours in continuous use, When contaminated. Use proper concentration sanitizer (50-100ppm chlorine, 200-400ppm quat). Air dry. Test sanitizer every 2 hours.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment - CDC Risk Factor #5
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.21
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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MAMA PHO / SOJUICE — Inspection Questions

Did MAMA PHO / SOJUICE pass their NYC health inspection on May 26, 2022?
MAMA PHO / SOJUICE was closed by the health department on May 26, 2022 with a score of 142 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did MAMA PHO / SOJUICE have?
MAMA PHO / SOJUICE 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 06D mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06D (Food Contact Surfaces Not Properly Sanitized) is a critical violation. Food contact surfaces not washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use and following contamination. BACTERIAL BUILDUP: Unsanitized surfaces harbor millions of bacteria within hours. Cross-contamination affects all food prepared on surface. Major cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Cutting boards can contain 200x more bacteria than toilet seats.