YAN WO DOU BUN

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Overview

YAN WO DOU BUN was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on September 30, 2025 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
98 MOTT STREET
Manhattan, NY 10013
Cuisine
Chinese
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
11 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04M

Live Roaches Present in Facility

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

⚠️ Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.

📋 Code Requirements

Immediate elimination required: Professional extermination ASAP, Find and eliminate water sources (roaches need water daily), Seal all cracks/crevices, Deep clean with degreaser, Remove cardboard/clutter, Apply gel baits in non-food areas, Follow-up treatment in 2 weeks.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
Inspector's Action:

Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.

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YAN WO DOU BUN — Inspection Questions

Did YAN WO DOU BUN pass their NYC health inspection on September 30, 2025?
YAN WO DOU BUN was closed by the health department on September 30, 2025 with a score of 72 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did YAN WO DOU BUN have?
YAN WO DOU BUN 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 04M mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04M (Live Roaches Present in Facility) is a critical violation. Live cockroaches observed in food or non-food areas of establishment. DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.