THE FLATIRON ROOM

GRADE A

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Address
37 WEST 26 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10010
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
3 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06D

Food Contact Surfaces Not Properly Sanitized

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

⚠️ Why This Matters

BACTERIAL BUILDUP: Unsanitized surfaces harbor millions of bacteria within hours. Cross-contamination affects all food prepared on surface. Major cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Cutting boards can contain 200x more bacteria than toilet seats.

📋 Code Requirements

Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: After each use, Between different food types, Every 4 hours in continuous use, When contaminated. Use proper concentration sanitizer (50-100ppm chlorine, 200-400ppm quat). Air dry. Test sanitizer every 2 hours.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment - CDC Risk Factor #5
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.21
⚠ CRITICAL 10G

Dishwashing facilities inadequate

Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Inadequate dishwashing spreads bacteria across all utensils and tableware

📋 Code Requirements

Three-compartment sink or approved dishwasher; proper wash, rinse, sanitize procedures

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.21
Inspector's Action:

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