OMAR'S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE

SCORE: 5 POINTS

Friday, April 21, 2023

Overview

OMAR'S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE in Midtown Times Square underwent a NYC health inspection on April 21, 2023 and scored 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
2 WEST 46 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10036
Cuisine
Mediterranean
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
3 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04J

NYC Health Code Violation 04J

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 04J 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.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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OMAR'S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE — Inspection Questions

Did OMAR'S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE pass their NYC health inspection on April 21, 2023?
OMAR'S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE underwent inspection on April 21, 2023 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did OMAR'S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE have?
OMAR'S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE 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 04J mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04J (NYC Health Code Violation 04J) 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 04J to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.