THIRD RAIL COFFEE

SCORE: 13 POINTS

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Overview

THIRD RAIL COFFEE in Greenwich Village underwent a NYC health inspection on December 7, 2023 and scored 13 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
240 SULLIVAN STREET
Manhattan, NY 10012
Cuisine
Coffee/Tea
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Second Compliance Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
11 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10F

Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

⚠️ Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.

📋 Code Requirements

Clean all non-food surfaces regularly: Walls, ceilings, floors daily in food areas, Equipment exteriors, Storage shelves, Light fixtures monthly. Seal cracks. Repair damaged surfaces. Maintain cleaning schedule. Assign responsibilities.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
⚠ CRITICAL 05H

NYC Health Code Violation 05H

No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05H 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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THIRD RAIL COFFEE — Inspection Questions

Did THIRD RAIL COFFEE pass their NYC health inspection on December 7, 2023?
THIRD RAIL COFFEE underwent inspection on December 7, 2023 with a score of 13 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did THIRD RAIL COFFEE have?
THIRD RAIL COFFEE 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 10F mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10F (Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean) is a minor violation. Non-food contact surfaces or equipment not kept clean, not properly sealed, or not properly maintained. INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.
What does violation code 05H mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 05H (NYC Health Code Violation 05H) 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 05H to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.