Critical Violation Code 05A

NYC Health Code Violation 05A — NYC Health Violation 05A

Overview

NYC Health Code Violation 05A is a critical personal hygiene violation that poses an immediate risk of foodborne illness through bacterial contamination. This violation has been cited 281 times across NYC, with the highest frequency in Manhattan, and inspectors require immediate correction to protect public health. Restaurants cited for 05A violations typically face mandatory re-inspection and risk grade penalties or emergency closure if the hazard is not promptly remedied.

281
Times Cited in NYC
0.25%
of Inspections
Critical
Severity Level
Manhattan
Most Common Borough

What is Violation 05A?

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 05A Most?

Manhattan
108 citations
Brooklyn
81 citations
Queens
59 citations
Bronx
23 citations
Staten Island
14 citations

Restaurants Cited for Violation 05A (281 total)

KAFFE ARE
275 GREENWICH STREET, Manhattan
Jun 25, 2024
Score: 141
Sushi Q
1610 CROSBY AVENUE, Bronx
CLOSED
Jun 20, 2024
Score: 142
L' ANTAGONISTE
641 HANCOCK STREET, Brooklyn
Jun 18, 2024
Score: 89
C BAR & LOUNGE
87-22 LEFFERTS BOULEVARD, Queens
Jun 14, 2024
Score: 58
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL
130 NORTH 4 STREET, Brooklyn
Jun 14, 2024
Score: 32
KFC
5625 BROADWAY, Bronx
Jun 13, 2024
Score: 41
SANTA FE BK
178 NORTH 8 STREET, Brooklyn
Jun 5, 2024
Score: 52
45 TIMES SQUARE HOTEL
125 WEST 45 STREET, Manhattan
Jun 3, 2024
Score: 70
CAFE LA MORENA & DELI
950 3 AVENUE, Brooklyn
May 29, 2024
Score: 19
MI BELLA CHOLULITA DELI & RESTAURANT
884 BROADWAY, Brooklyn
GRADE A
May 22, 2024
Score: 13
Koete Omakase
1695 BROADWAY, Brooklyn
GRADE C
May 22, 2024
Score: 87
THE SHILLELAGH TAVERN
47-22 30 AVENUE, Queens
CLOSED
Apr 25, 2024
Score: 93
THE SHILLELAGH TAVERN
47-22 30 AVENUE, Queens
CLOSED
Apr 25, 2024
Score: 93
BABA COOL
33 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn
Apr 19, 2024
Score: 153
SUSHI K BAR BP
4120 16 AVENUE, Brooklyn
CLOSED
Apr 17, 2024
Score: 84
7TH STREET BURGER
250 MULBERRY STREET, Manhattan
Apr 17, 2024
Score: 52
J.A COFFEE SHOP
35-19 37 AVENUE, Queens
Apr 10, 2024
Score: 76
EMIR PALACE
4210 18 AVENUE, Brooklyn
CLOSED
Apr 8, 2024
Score: 86
LA PILITA DELI GROCERY
3866 10 AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE C
Apr 4, 2024
Score: 36
DUNKIN
14-23 150 STREET, Queens
CLOSED
Apr 3, 2024
Score: 101

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Violation 05A: Frequently Asked Questions

What is violation 05A in NYC restaurants?
Violation of NYC Health Code requirements
How serious is violation 05A?
Critical violation. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05A to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 05A?
281 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 05A, representing 0.25% of all inspections with violations.
Which borough has the most violation 05A citations?
Manhattan has the highest number of violation 05A citations among NYC boroughs.
What must a restaurant do to fix violation 05A?
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 05A a critical violation?
Yes, violation 05A is a critical violation. Critical violations pose the most serious risk to public health and must be corrected immediately.