PICKLE ME PETE

GRADE A

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Overview

PICKLE ME PETE in Midtown Times Square received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on December 6, 2022, scoring 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
42 WEST 42 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10036
Cuisine
Vegan
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / 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 is 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).

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PICKLE ME PETE — Inspection Questions

Did PICKLE ME PETE pass their NYC health inspection on December 6, 2022?
PICKLE ME PETE passed with an A grade on December 6, 2022 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did PICKLE ME PETE have?
PICKLE ME PETE 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