MAX BAKERY & RESTAURANT

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Thursday, December 19, 2024

Overview

MAX BAKERY & RESTAURANT was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on December 19, 2024 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
37-63 90 STREET
Queens, NY 11372
Cuisine
Bakery Products/Desserts
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
18 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04N

Filth Flies Present in Food Areas

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.

⚠️ Why This Matters

RAPID CONTAMINATION: Flies carry 100+ pathogens on feet and bodies. One fly transfers 2 million bacteria per landing. Feed by vomiting on food. Can contaminate entire prep area in minutes. Major vector for E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella transmission.

πŸ“‹ Code Requirements

Eliminate breeding sites: Clean drains daily, Remove standing water, Empty garbage frequently, Install air curtains/screens, Use fly lights away from food, Clean up spills immediately, Locate and eliminate larval breeding sites (drains, garbage, produce).

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
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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MAX BAKERY & RESTAURANT β€” Inspection Questions

Did MAX BAKERY & RESTAURANT pass their NYC health inspection on December 19, 2024?
MAX BAKERY & RESTAURANT was closed by the health department on December 19, 2024 with a score of 54 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did MAX BAKERY & RESTAURANT have?
MAX BAKERY & RESTAURANT 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 04N mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04N (Filth Flies Present in Food Areas) is a critical violation. House flies, fruit flies, drain flies, or other filth flies present in establishment. RAPID CONTAMINATION: Flies carry 100+ pathogens on feet and bodies. One fly transfers 2 million bacteria per landing. Feed by vomiting on food. Can contaminate entire prep area in minutes. Major vector for E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella transmission.