RULE 257

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Overview

RULE 257 in Chinatown Two Bridges underwent a NYC health inspection on July 30, 2025. The inspection found 3 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
54 ELDRIDGE STREET
Manhattan, NY 10002
Cuisine
Coffee/Tea
Inspection Type
Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Violations
3 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
12 inspections

Violations Cited

• MAJOR 15-27

NYC Health Code Violation 15-27

Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 15-27 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 09E

NYC Health Code Violation 09E

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 09E 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.

⚠ CRITICAL 04J

NYC Health Code Violation 04J

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 04J 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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RULE 257 — Inspection Questions

Did RULE 257 pass their NYC health inspection on July 30, 2025?
RULE 257 underwent inspection on July 30, 2025. The inspection found 3 violation(s).
What critical violations did RULE 257 have?
RULE 257 had 2 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 15-27 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 15-27 (NYC Health Code Violation 15-27) 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 15-27 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.
What does violation code 09E mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 09E (NYC Health Code Violation 09E) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 09E to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 04J mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04J (NYC Health Code Violation 04J) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 04J to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.