OSCAR'S KITCHEN
GRADE AMonday, September 8, 2025
Overview
OSCAR'S KITCHEN in University Heights (North) Fordham received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on September 8, 2025, scoring 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.
Address
2618 JEROME AVENUE
Bronx, NY 10468
Cuisine
Spanish
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
2 inspections
Violations Cited
⚠ CRITICAL
06A
Personal cleanliness inadequate
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
⚠️ Why This Matters
Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility
📋 Code Requirements
Clean outer garments; hair restraints; no jewelry; short, clean fingernails; no nail polish
CDC Risk Factor:
Poor Personal Hygiene
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.13
Inspector's Action:
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
OSCAR'S KITCHEN — Inspection Questions
- Did OSCAR'S KITCHEN pass their NYC health inspection on September 8, 2025?
- OSCAR'S KITCHEN passed with an A grade on September 8, 2025 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
- What critical violations did OSCAR'S KITCHEN have?
- OSCAR'S KITCHEN 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 06A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
- NYC violation 06A (Personal cleanliness inadequate) is a critical violation. Food workers must maintain high standards of personal cleanliness Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility