NEW AMSTERDAM THEATER

GRADE A

Tuesday, June 26, 2018

Overview

NEW AMSTERDAM THEATER in Midtown Times Square received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on June 26, 2018, scoring 9 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 1 critical.

Address
214 WEST 42 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10036
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
7 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04H

Food Contaminated or Cross-Contaminated

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.

⚠️ Why This Matters

PATHOGEN SPREAD: Cross-contamination spreads deadly bacteria throughout facility. One contaminated cutting board can transfer Salmonella to 20+ food items. Causes multi-victim outbreaks. E. coli O157:H7 from raw beef can cause kidney failure in children.

📋 Code Requirements

Prevent ALL cross-contamination: Separate equipment for raw and ready-to-eat, Color-coded cutting boards, Proper storage order (raw below ready-to-eat), Clean and sanitize between different foods, Cover all foods, Change gloves between tasks.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Cross-Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.07
• MAJOR 15F6

NYC Health Code Violation 15F6

Workplace SFAA policy not prominently posted in workplace

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 15F6 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.

📋 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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NEW AMSTERDAM THEATER — Inspection Questions

Did NEW AMSTERDAM THEATER pass their NYC health inspection on June 26, 2018?
NEW AMSTERDAM THEATER passed with an A grade on June 26, 2018 with a score of 9 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did NEW AMSTERDAM THEATER have?
NEW AMSTERDAM THEATER 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 04H mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04H (Food Contaminated or Cross-Contaminated) is a critical violation. Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, or cross-contaminated during storage, preparation, or service. PATHOGEN SPREAD: Cross-contamination spreads deadly bacteria throughout facility. One contaminated cutting board can transfer Salmonella to 20+ food items. Causes multi-victim outbreaks. E. coli O157:H7 from raw beef can cause kidney failure in children.
What does violation code 15F6 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 15F6 (NYC Health Code Violation 15F6) is a major violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 15F6 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.