VENCHI

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Overview

VENCHI in Upper West Side Lincoln Square underwent a NYC health inspection on October 1, 2025. The inspection found 2 violations, including 1 critical.

Address
198 COLUMBUS AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10023
Cuisine
Frozen Desserts
Inspection Type
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 20-05

NYC Health Code Violation 20-05

Current letter grade or "Grade Pending" card not conspicuously posted or visible to passersby

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 20-05 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.

• MAJOR 16-03

NYC Health Code Violation 16-03

Caloric content not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags, in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served in portions, the size and content of which are standardized.

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 16-03 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.

📋 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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VENCHI — Inspection Questions

Did VENCHI pass their NYC health inspection on October 1, 2025?
VENCHI underwent inspection on October 1, 2025. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did VENCHI have?
VENCHI 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 20-05 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 20-05 (NYC Health Code Violation 20-05) 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 20-05 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 16-03 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 16-03 (NYC Health Code Violation 16-03) is a major violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 16-03 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.