PETE'S CANDY STORE

GRADE A

Thursday, November 17, 2022

Overview

PETE'S CANDY STORE in Williamsburg received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on November 17, 2022, scoring 8 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
709 LORIMER STREET
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
2 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04E

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur. Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly s 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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PETE'S CANDY STORE — Inspection Questions

Did PETE'S CANDY STORE pass their NYC health inspection on November 17, 2022?
PETE'S CANDY STORE passed with an A grade on November 17, 2022 with a score of 8 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did PETE'S CANDY STORE have?
PETE'S CANDY STORE 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 04E mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04E (Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur. Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.) is a critical violation. Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur. Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly s to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.