POT TO PLATE RESTAURANT

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Friday, August 18, 2023

Overview

POT TO PLATE RESTAURANT was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on August 18, 2023 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
219-17 MERRICK BOULEVARD
Queens, NY 11413
Cuisine
Caribbean
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
9 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04M

Live Roaches Present in Facility

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

⚠️ Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.

📋 Code Requirements

Immediate elimination required: Professional extermination ASAP, Find and eliminate water sources (roaches need water daily), Seal all cracks/crevices, Deep clean with degreaser, Remove cardboard/clutter, Apply gel baits in non-food areas, Follow-up treatment in 2 weeks.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
Inspector's Action:

Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.

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POT TO PLATE RESTAURANT — Inspection Questions

Did POT TO PLATE RESTAURANT pass their NYC health inspection on August 18, 2023?
POT TO PLATE RESTAURANT was closed by the health department on August 18, 2023 with a score of 13 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did POT TO PLATE RESTAURANT have?
POT TO PLATE RESTAURANT 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 04M mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04M (Live Roaches Present in Facility) is a critical violation. Live cockroaches observed in food or non-food areas of establishment. DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.