PLAYA BOWLS

Thursday, July 7, 2022

Overview

PLAYA BOWLS in Greenwich Village underwent a NYC health inspection on July 7, 2022. The inspection found 3 violations, including 1 critical.

Address
108 MACDOUGAL STREET
Manhattan, NY 10012
Cuisine
Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads
Inspection Type
Calorie Posting / Initial Inspection
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
8 inspections

Violations Cited

• MAJOR 16-04

NYC Health Code Violation 16-04

Required succinct nutritional statements not posted on menu(s) for adults and children (2,000 calories per day for adults)

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 16-04 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.

📋 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.

⚠ CRITICAL 10F

Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

⚠️ Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.

📋 Code Requirements

Clean all non-food surfaces regularly: Walls, ceilings, floors daily in food areas, Equipment exteriors, Storage shelves, Light fixtures monthly. Seal cracks. Repair damaged surfaces. Maintain cleaning schedule. Assign responsibilities.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
• MAJOR 16-06

NYC Health Code Violation 16-06

Additional nutritional information statement not posted, or additional nutritional information not provided

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 16-06 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.

📋 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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PLAYA BOWLS — Inspection Questions

Did PLAYA BOWLS pass their NYC health inspection on July 7, 2022?
PLAYA BOWLS underwent inspection on July 7, 2022. The inspection found 3 violation(s).
What critical violations did PLAYA BOWLS have?
PLAYA BOWLS 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 16-04 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 16-04 (NYC Health Code Violation 16-04) is a major violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 16-04 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.
What does violation code 10F mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10F (Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean) is a minor violation. Non-food contact surfaces or equipment not kept clean, not properly sealed, or not properly maintained. INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.
What does violation code 16-06 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 16-06 (NYC Health Code Violation 16-06) is a major violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 16-06 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.