ROOFTOP BAR: FIFTH FLOOR

GRADE A

Monday, May 23, 2022

Overview

ROOFTOP BAR: FIFTH FLOOR in Downtown Brooklyn DUMBO Boerum Hill received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on May 23, 2022, scoring 7 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
55 WATER STREET
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
3 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04H

Food Contaminated or Cross-Contaminated

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.

⚠️ Why This Matters

PATHOGEN SPREAD: Cross-contamination spreads deadly bacteria throughout facility. One contaminated cutting board can transfer Salmonella to 20+ food items. Causes multi-victim outbreaks. E. coli O157:H7 from raw beef can cause kidney failure in children.

📋 Code Requirements

Prevent ALL cross-contamination: Separate equipment for raw and ready-to-eat, Color-coded cutting boards, Proper storage order (raw below ready-to-eat), Clean and sanitize between different foods, Cover all foods, Change gloves between tasks.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Cross-Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.07
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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ROOFTOP BAR: FIFTH FLOOR — Inspection Questions

Did ROOFTOP BAR: FIFTH FLOOR pass their NYC health inspection on May 23, 2022?
ROOFTOP BAR: FIFTH FLOOR passed with an A grade on May 23, 2022 with a score of 7 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did ROOFTOP BAR: FIFTH FLOOR have?
ROOFTOP BAR: FIFTH FLOOR 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 04H mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04H (Food Contaminated or Cross-Contaminated) is a critical violation. Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, or cross-contaminated during storage, preparation, or service. PATHOGEN SPREAD: Cross-contamination spreads deadly bacteria throughout facility. One contaminated cutting board can transfer Salmonella to 20+ food items. Causes multi-victim outbreaks. E. coli O157:H7 from raw beef can cause kidney failure in children.