Critical Violation Code 09A

NYC Health Code Violation 09A — NYC Health Violation 09A

Overview

NYC Health Code Violation 09A is a critical equipment violation that poses an immediate health hazard and risk of foodborne illness. This violation has been cited 854 times across NYC since records began, most frequently in Manhattan, and is linked to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Restaurants receiving this citation must correct it immediately to ensure safe food handling and prevent public health incidents.

854
Times Cited in NYC
0.77%
of Inspections
Critical
Severity Level
Manhattan
Most Common Borough

What is Violation 09A?

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 09A Most?

Manhattan
300 citations
Queens
258 citations
Brooklyn
185 citations
Bronx
91 citations
Staten Island
23 citations

Restaurants Cited for Violation 09A (854 total)

EL SAZON DE MELA
1692 WEBSTER AVENUE, Bronx
Mar 25, 2024
Score: 26
Sesame Bakery
5024 13 AVENUE, Brooklyn
Mar 20, 2024
Score: 57
JOHN'S OF 12TH STREET
302 EAST 12 STREET, Manhattan
GRADE A
Mar 19, 2024
Score: 13
718 BISTRO
360 NEPTUNE AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Mar 18, 2024
Score: 12
THE SUPPLY HOUSE
1647 2 AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE A
Mar 14, 2024
Score: 10
SALA THAI
307 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan
Mar 13, 2024
Score: 34
PANDA EXPRESS
414 8 AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE A
Mar 12, 2024
Score: 2
CHELI
133-42 39 AVENUE, Queens
Mar 8, 2024
Score: 16
STEAM
470 6 AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE A
Mar 7, 2024
Score: 10
GREY LADY / TAIKUN OMAKASE
77 DELANCEY STREET, Manhattan
GRADE A
Mar 6, 2024
Score: 13
LA CAVERNA
122124 RIVINGTON STREET, Manhattan
GRADE A
Mar 5, 2024
Score: 5
Feb 29, 2024
Score: 29
VINES PIZZA
787 9 AVENUE, Manhattan
Feb 27, 2024
Score: 23
HONG KONG RESTAURANT
1811 WILLIAMSBRIDGE ROAD, Bronx
GRADE A
Feb 26, 2024
Score: 7
MIMI'S PIZZA
2393 BROADWAY, Manhattan
GRADE A
Feb 26, 2024
Score: 11
CARVEL
161-02 UNION TURNPIKE, Queens
GRADE A
Feb 23, 2024
Score: 11
NEW CHINA
1135 MYRTLE AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Feb 20, 2024
Score: 8
VENIERO'S BAKERY
340 EAST 11 STREET, Manhattan
GRADE A
Feb 20, 2024
Score: 10
KAIETEUR EXPRESS RESTAURANT
120-04 LIBERTY AVENUE, Queens
GRADE A
Feb 16, 2024
Score: 13
CAFFE BENE
80-27 37 AVENUE, Queens
GRADE A
Feb 14, 2024
Score: 10

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Violation 09A: Frequently Asked Questions

What is violation 09A in NYC restaurants?
Violation of NYC Health Code requirements
How serious is violation 09A?
Critical violation. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 09A to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 09A?
854 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 09A, representing 0.77% of all inspections with violations.
Which borough has the most violation 09A citations?
Manhattan has the highest number of violation 09A citations among NYC boroughs.
What must a restaurant do to fix violation 09A?
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 09A a critical violation?
Yes, violation 09A is a critical violation. Critical violations pose the most serious risk to public health and must be corrected immediately.