How serious is violation 03E?

Critical violation. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 03E to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 03E?

44 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 03E, representing 0.04% of all inspections with violations.

Which borough has the most violation 03E citations?

Manhattan has the highest number of violation 03E citations among NYC boroughs.

Is violation 03E a critical violation?

Yes, violation 03E is a critical violation. Critical violations pose the most serious risk to public health and must be corrected immediately.

Critical Violation Code 03E

NYC Health Code Violation 03E — NYC Health Violation 03E

Overview

NYC Health Code Violation 03E is a critical food source violation that poses an immediate risk of foodborne illness through bacterial contamination. This violation has been cited 44 times across NYC since health inspections began tracking it, with the majority of cases in Manhattan. Because of its direct link to outbreak events and severe public health risk, inspectors require immediate correction when this violation is discovered during a restaurant inspection.

Times Cited in NYC

0.04%

of Inspections

Critical

Severity Level

Manhattan

Most Common Borough

What is Violation 03E?

Violation of NYC Health Code requirements

What restaurants must do to fix this

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.

NYC DOHMH Guidelines → CDC Food Safety Reference →

Which Boroughs See Violation 03E Most?

Manhattan

24 citations

Brooklyn

9 citations

Queens

6 citations

Staten Island

4 citations

Bronx

3 citations

Restaurants Cited for Violation 03E (44 total)

KAWSAR SWEET HOUSE

78-06 101 AVENUE, Queens

GRADE Z

Apr 20, 2026

Score: 41

COMMUNE

415 CLASSON AVENUE, Brooklyn

CLOSED

Apr 17, 2026

Score: 108

CHAHALO

79 MOTT STREET, Manhattan

CLOSED

Apr 6, 2026

Score: 136

GLACE BY NOGLU

30 ROCKEFELLER PLAZA, Manhattan

CLOSED

Mar 2, 2026

Score: 152

MR. LEE'S BAKERY

283 WEST 118 STREET, Manhattan

Feb 9, 2026

Score: 20

ONE BAR AND LOUNGE

125-17 ROCKAWAY BOULEVARD, Queens

CLOSED

Nov 15, 2025

Score: 139

JOYBITE TANGHULU

201 WEST 54 STREET, Manhattan

GRADE N

Oct 27, 2025

Score: 203

JOYBITE TANGHULU

201 WEST 54 STREET, Manhattan

GRADE N

Oct 27, 2025

Score: 203

GRAYSON HOTEL / HARTA / BAR CIMA

30 WEST 39 STREET, Manhattan

Oct 16, 2025

Score: 113

MOON MAN

75 9 AVENUE, Manhattan

CLOSED

Oct 15, 2025

Score: 122

STATEN ISLAND FERRY HAWKS - Frankie's Tenders & Tots (Including Bud Light Stand)

75 RICHMOND TERRACE, Staten Island

GRADE N

Aug 10, 2025

Score: 84

Staten Island Ferry Hawks - Hawk City Burger w/ Taste of NY, Dippin' Dots, & Hawk City Creamery

75 RICHMOND TERRACE, Staten Island

GRADE N

Aug 10, 2025

Score: 89

STATEN ISLAND FERRY HAWKS/ANGELINA'S KITCHEN

75 RICHMOND TERRACE, Staten Island

GRADE N

Aug 10, 2025

Score: 96

THE NEW HOME

61-16 LAUREL HILL BOULEVARD, Queens

Aug 5, 2025

CROWN GRILL & CHICKEN

766 CASTLE HILL AVENUE, Bronx

Jul 3, 2025

Score: 63

OKIBORU

117 ORCHARD STREET, Manhattan

Jan 16, 2025

Score: 93

SECRET COFFEE

687 BROADWAY, Brooklyn

GRADE A

Dec 30, 2024

Score: 10

MRS GREEN SALAD & JUICE

328 EAST 14 STREET, Manhattan

Dec 23, 2024

EMPANADA LOCA BEER GARDEN

9 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn

CLOSED

Nov 19, 2024

Score: 94

TAP BEER

1781 SHEEPSHEAD BAY ROAD, Brooklyn

Oct 24, 2024

Score: 120

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Violation 03E: Frequently Asked Questions

What is violation 03E in NYC restaurants?: Violation of NYC Health Code requirements
How serious is violation 03E?: Critical violation. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 03E to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 03E?: 44 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 03E, representing 0.04% of all inspections with violations.
Which borough has the most violation 03E citations?: Manhattan has the highest number of violation 03E citations among NYC boroughs.
What must a restaurant do to fix violation 03E?: 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.
Is violation 03E a critical violation?: Yes, violation 03E is a critical violation. Critical violations pose the most serious risk to public health and must be corrected immediately.