WEST AFRICAN CUISINE

GRADE A

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Overview

WEST AFRICAN CUISINE in East Harlem (North) received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on January 14, 2026, scoring 13 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
62 EAST 116 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10029
Cuisine
African
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
1 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 09E

NYC Health Code Violation 09E

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 09E 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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WEST AFRICAN CUISINE — Inspection Questions

Did WEST AFRICAN CUISINE pass their NYC health inspection on January 14, 2026?
WEST AFRICAN CUISINE passed with an A grade on January 14, 2026 with a score of 13 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did WEST AFRICAN CUISINE have?
WEST AFRICAN CUISINE 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 09E mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 09E (NYC Health Code Violation 09E) 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 09E to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.