Critical Violation Code 05F

NYC Health Code Violation 05F — NYC Health Violation 05F

Overview

NYC Health Code Violation 05F is a critical personal hygiene violation that poses an immediate health hazard and risk of foodborne illness. This violation has been cited 1,012 times across NYC since inspections began, with Brooklyn accounting for the highest number of cases. Restaurants receiving this citation must correct the violation immediately, as it directly threatens public health and has been linked to bacterial contamination and outbreak events.

1,012
Times Cited in NYC
0.91%
of Inspections
Critical
Severity Level
Brooklyn
Most Common Borough

What is Violation 05F?

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 05F Most?

Brooklyn
317 citations
Manhattan
313 citations
Queens
241 citations
Bronx
100 citations
Staten Island
40 citations
0
2 citations

Restaurants Cited for Violation 05F (1,012 total)

AMBROSIA GARDEN
29-11 23 AVENUE, Queens
Aug 13, 2025
Score: 48
HONG KONG KEI ONE
4207 HYLAN BOULEVARD, Staten Island
Aug 13, 2025
Score: 45
NEW LIN'S KITCHEN
70-24 35 AVENUE, Queens
Aug 13, 2025
Score: 45
THE NEW YORK PICNIC COMPANY
199 11 AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE N
Aug 13, 2025
Score: 63
TAJ MAHAL RESTAURANT
7315 3 AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE N
Aug 12, 2025
Score: 36
DRIP CAFE
661 CONEY ISLAND AVENUE, Brooklyn
Aug 12, 2025
ABDULLAH SWEETS & RESTAURANT
73-06 37 AVENUE, Queens
Aug 12, 2025
Score: 39
DRIP CAFE
661 CONEY ISLAND AVENUE, Brooklyn
Aug 12, 2025
Score: 75
TIPSY BAR & LOUNGE
414 CITY ISLAND AVENUE, Bronx
Aug 11, 2025
Score: 40
GUERRERO'S JUICE BAR
5906 RIVERDALE AVENUE, Bronx
Aug 11, 2025
Score: 66
JOE'S PIZZA
211 8 AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE C
Aug 11, 2025
Score: 63
CAFE ZAIYA (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store)
1073 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS, Manhattan
Aug 8, 2025
Score: 52
G & M CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT
144-12 243 STREET, Queens
GRADE Z
Aug 7, 2025
Score: 17
ANTOJITOS MEXICANOS
5814 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn
Aug 7, 2025
Score: 56
SOFIA PIZZA SHOPPE
989 1 AVENUE, Manhattan
Aug 7, 2025
Score: 45
EL JOBO RESTAURANT
54 EAST 181 STREET, Bronx
Aug 7, 2025
Score: 67
ASSAIA
2158 BATH AVENUE, Brooklyn
Aug 6, 2025
Score: 46
DANNEE THAI
433 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn
CLOSED
Aug 6, 2025
Score: 71
THE SKINNY BAR
174 ORCHARD STREET, Manhattan
Aug 6, 2025
Score: 54
BUNNA CAFE
1084 FLUSHING AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE Z
Aug 6, 2025
Score: 25

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Violation 05F: Frequently Asked Questions

What is violation 05F in NYC restaurants?
Violation of NYC Health Code requirements
How serious is violation 05F?
Critical violation. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05F to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 05F?
1,012 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 05F, representing 0.91% of all inspections with violations.
Which borough has the most violation 05F citations?
Brooklyn has the highest number of violation 05F citations among NYC boroughs.
What must a restaurant do to fix violation 05F?
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 05F a critical violation?
Yes, violation 05F is a critical violation. Critical violations pose the most serious risk to public health and must be corrected immediately.