Did OSTERIA BROOKLYN @ DEKALB pass their NYC health inspection on August 15, 2023?

OSTERIA BROOKLYN @ DEKALB underwent inspection on August 15, 2023 with a score of 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).

What critical violations did OSTERIA BROOKLYN @ DEKALB have?

OSTERIA BROOKLYN @ DEKALB 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 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

OSTERIA BROOKLYN @ DEKALB

SCORE: 2 POINTS

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Overview

OSTERIA BROOKLYN @ DEKALB in Downtown Brooklyn DUMBO Boerum Hill underwent a NYC health inspection on August 15, 2023 and scored 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address

445 ALBEE SQUARE

Brooklyn, NY 11201

Cuisine

Italian

Inspection Type

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

Violations

1 total

⚠ 1 critical

Facility History

3 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ 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

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Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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