Critical Violation Code 08B

NYC Health Code Violation 08B — NYC Health Violation 08B

Overview

NYC Health Code Violation 08B is a critical physical facility violation that poses an immediate health hazard and creates risk of foodborne illness. This violation has been cited 1,606 times across NYC since inspections began, with the highest frequency in Manhattan. Restaurants receiving this citation must correct the violation immediately, as failure to do so can result in emergency closure or repeated enforcement action by NYC DOHMH.

1,606
Times Cited in NYC
1.45%
of Inspections
Critical
Severity Level
Manhattan
Most Common Borough

What is Violation 08B?

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 08B Most?

Manhattan
643 citations
Brooklyn
462 citations
Queens
350 citations
Bronx
99 citations
Staten Island
58 citations
0
3 citations

Restaurants Cited for Violation 08B (1,606 total)

CAFE CLUNY
284 WEST 12 STREET, Manhattan
GRADE A
Apr 14, 2025
Score: 5
RISTORANTE SETTEPANI
196 LENOX AVENUE, Manhattan
Apr 11, 2025
Score: 35
CARVEL / CINNABON
509 BRIGHTON BEACH AVENUE, Brooklyn
Apr 10, 2025
Score: 57
AFFY'S GRILL
69-67 GRAND AVENUE, Queens
Apr 9, 2025
Score: 38
YARD HOUSE #8389
575 7 AVENUE, Manhattan
Apr 7, 2025
Score: 51
NATURA CAFE
355 WEST 16 STREET, Manhattan
Apr 2, 2025
Score: 28
PFIZER CAFE
66 HUDSON BLVD EAST, Manhattan
GRADE N
Apr 2, 2025
Score: 26
HALAL ZONE
211-47 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens
GRADE A
Apr 2, 2025
Score: 13
HANK'S PIZZA / LAZZARO
110 TRINITY PLACE, Manhattan
Apr 2, 2025
Score: 22
SUGAR SWEET SUNSHINE
365 GRAND STREET, Manhattan
GRADE A
Apr 1, 2025
Score: 13
DOUGHNUT PLANT
377 GRAND STREET, Manhattan
Apr 1, 2025
Score: 53
SPEEDY KOREAN GRILL
1271 BROADWAY, Manhattan
Apr 1, 2025
Score: 108
SWEETS AND THINGS
2715 FULTON STREET, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Mar 31, 2025
Score: 13
BROTHERS BAGEL
532 NEPTUNE AVENUE, Brooklyn
Mar 31, 2025
BROTHERS BAGEL
532 NEPTUNE AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Mar 31, 2025
Score: 9
LE MONDE
2883 BROADWAY, Manhattan
GRADE A
Mar 27, 2025
Score: 12
LINKLATERS
1290 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS, Manhattan
Mar 27, 2025
Score: 44
LINKLATERS
1290 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS, Manhattan
Mar 27, 2025
HERB N' KITCHEN / LOBBY LOUNGE / BRIDGES BAR
1335 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS, Manhattan
Mar 27, 2025
Score: 41
MAXIN BAKERY
37-01 MAIN STREET, Queens
GRADE A
Mar 26, 2025
Score: 4

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Violation 08B: Frequently Asked Questions

What is violation 08B in NYC restaurants?
Violation of NYC Health Code requirements
How serious is violation 08B?
Critical violation. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 08B to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 08B?
1,606 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 08B, representing 1.45% of all inspections with violations.
Which borough has the most violation 08B citations?
Manhattan has the highest number of violation 08B citations among NYC boroughs.
What must a restaurant do to fix violation 08B?
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 08B a critical violation?
Yes, violation 08B is a critical violation. Critical violations pose the most serious risk to public health and must be corrected immediately.