RUTA 55 RESTAURANT

SCORE: 40 POINTS

Monday, December 27, 2021

Overview

RUTA 55 RESTAURANT in Hunts Point underwent a NYC health inspection on December 27, 2021 and scored 40 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
1318 LAFAYETTE AVENUE
Bronx, NY 10474
Cuisine
Spanish
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 03B

NYC Health Code Violation 03B

Shellfish not from approved source, improperly tagged/labeled; tags not retained for 90 days.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 03B 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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RUTA 55 RESTAURANT — Inspection Questions

Did RUTA 55 RESTAURANT pass their NYC health inspection on December 27, 2021?
RUTA 55 RESTAURANT underwent inspection on December 27, 2021 with a score of 40 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did RUTA 55 RESTAURANT have?
RUTA 55 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 03B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 03B (NYC Health Code Violation 03B) 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 03B to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.