SENECA BAR

GRADE A

Friday, September 13, 2024

Overview

SENECA BAR in Ridgewood received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on September 13, 2024, scoring 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
681 SENECA AVENUE
Queens, NY 11385
Cuisine
Other
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
2 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ 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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SENECA BAR — Inspection Questions

Did SENECA BAR pass their NYC health inspection on September 13, 2024?
SENECA BAR passed with an A grade on September 13, 2024 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did SENECA BAR have?
SENECA BAR 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 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.