SWEETEA

SCORE: 35 POINTS

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Overview

SWEETEA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square underwent a NYC health inspection on December 13, 2022 and scored 35 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
167 MADISON AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10016
Cuisine
Coffee/Tea
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
8 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 05E

NYC Health Code Violation 05E

Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. Shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05E 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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SWEETEA — Inspection Questions

Did SWEETEA pass their NYC health inspection on December 13, 2022?
SWEETEA underwent inspection on December 13, 2022 with a score of 35 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did SWEETEA have?
SWEETEA 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 05E mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 05E (NYC Health Code Violation 05E) 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 05E to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.