PASTRAMI QUEEN

GRADE P

Monday, December 6, 2021

Overview

PASTRAMI QUEEN in Upper West Side Lincoln Square underwent a NYC health inspection on December 6, 2021 and scored 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
138 WEST 72 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10023
Cuisine
Jewish/Kosher
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
6 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10B

Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained

Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.

⚠️ Why This Matters

WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.

📋 Code Requirements

Install backflow preventers on ALL required fixtures. Maintain air gaps (2x pipe diameter minimum). Fix all leaks immediately. Ensure proper drainage - no standing water. Regular plumbing inspection. No direct connections between sewage and water supply.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
Inspector's Action:

Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.

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PASTRAMI QUEEN — Inspection Questions

Did PASTRAMI QUEEN pass their NYC health inspection on December 6, 2021?
PASTRAMI QUEEN underwent inspection on December 6, 2021 with a score of 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did PASTRAMI QUEEN have?
PASTRAMI QUEEN 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 10B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10B (Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained) is a major violation. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided. Sewage disposal system in disrepair. WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.