NEW SONG'S DUMPLING CAFE

GRADE A

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Overview

NEW SONG'S DUMPLING CAFE in Forest Hills received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on September 4, 2024, scoring 5 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
102-06 METROPOLITAN AVENUE
Queens, NY 11375
Cuisine
Chinese
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 09B

Thawing procedure improper

Thawing procedure improper.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Improper thawing allows surface bacteria to multiply while interior remains frozen

📋 Code Requirements

Thaw under refrigeration, under cold running water, in microwave, or as part of cooking

CDC Risk Factor: Improper Holding/Time & Temperature
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
⚠ CRITICAL 10H

Sanitization not provided for utensil washing

Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unsanitized utensils transfer bacteria directly to customers' food and mouths

📋 Code Requirements

Use approved sanitizer at correct concentration; test strips required; proper contact time

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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NEW SONG'S DUMPLING CAFE — Inspection Questions

Did NEW SONG'S DUMPLING CAFE pass their NYC health inspection on September 4, 2024?
NEW SONG'S DUMPLING CAFE passed with an A grade on September 4, 2024 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did NEW SONG'S DUMPLING CAFE have?
NEW SONG'S DUMPLING CAFE had 2 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 09B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 09B (Thawing procedure improper) is a major violation. Frozen foods must be thawed using approved methods to prevent bacterial growth Improper thawing allows surface bacteria to multiply while interior remains frozen
What does violation code 10H mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10H (Sanitization not provided for utensil washing) is a major violation. Utensils must be properly sanitized after washing to kill remaining bacteria Unsanitized utensils transfer bacteria directly to customers' food and mouths