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.
Which Boroughs See Violation 09A Most?
Manhattan
299 citations
Queens
257 citations
Brooklyn
185 citations
Bronx
90 citations
Staten Island
23 citations
Restaurants Cited for Violation 09A (854 total)
SIPSTERIA
774 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan
CLOSED
Jan 8, 2026
Score: 48
IKYU SUSHI II
1475 1 AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE N
Jan 8, 2026
Score: 29
HUNNY
42-02 NORTHERN BOULEVARD, Queens
GRADE A
Jan 5, 2026
Score: 9
GYRO KING
984 CONEY ISLAND AVENUE, Brooklyn
CLOSED
Dec 23, 2025
Score: 113
WHAT THE FALAFEL
124 MACDOUGAL STREET, Manhattan
GRADE A
Dec 23, 2025
Score: 10
MARATHON HONG KONG DINER
27-17 42 ROAD, Queens
GRADE N
Dec 23, 2025
Score: 17
GYRO KING
984 CONEY ISLAND AVENUE, Brooklyn
CLOSED
Dec 23, 2025
Score: 113
GYRO KING
984 CONEY ISLAND AVENUE, Brooklyn
Dec 23, 2025
WHAT THE FALAFEL
124 MACDOUGAL STREET, Manhattan
GRADE A
Dec 23, 2025
Score: 10
MARATHON HONG KONG DINER
27-17 42 ROAD, Queens
GRADE N
Dec 23, 2025
Score: 17
LA DONG
11 EAST 17 STREET, Manhattan
Dec 22, 2025
Score: 23
LA DONG
11 EAST 17 STREET, Manhattan
Dec 22, 2025
Score: 23
SMART 3 CAFE
168-45 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens
Dec 22, 2025
Score: 32
SMART 3 CAFE
168-45 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens
Dec 22, 2025
Score: 32
LA DONG
11 EAST 17 STREET, Manhattan
Dec 22, 2025
Score: 23
SMART 3 CAFE
168-45 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens
Dec 22, 2025
Score: 32
GREAT WALL NYC
159 WEST TREMONT AVENUE, Bronx
GRADE A
Dec 18, 2025
Score: 10
CHF RESTAURANT
5411 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Dec 18, 2025
Score: 2
GREAT WALL NYC
159 WEST TREMONT AVENUE, Bronx
GRADE A
Dec 18, 2025
Score: 10
CHF RESTAURANT
5411 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Dec 18, 2025
Score: 2
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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.