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
299 citations
Queens
257 citations
Brooklyn
185 citations
Bronx
90 citations
Staten Island
23 citations

Restaurants Cited for Violation 09A (854 total)

WIMPY'S RESTAURANT
2334 2 AVENUE, Manhattan
Dec 11, 2025
Score: 31
GOLDEN WOK
1770 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE N
Dec 11, 2025
Score: 20
WIMPY'S RESTAURANT
2334 2 AVENUE, Manhattan
Dec 11, 2025
Score: 31
GOLDEN WOK
1770 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE N
Dec 11, 2025
Score: 20
WIMPY'S RESTAURANT
2334 2 AVENUE, Manhattan
Dec 11, 2025
Score: 31
GOLDEN WOK
1770 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan
GRADE N
Dec 11, 2025
Score: 20
GAI KITCHEN
51 MOTT STREET, Manhattan
Dec 10, 2025
AREPA LADY
77-17 37 AVENUE, Queens
Dec 10, 2025
Score: 34
NICK'S GARDEN COFFEE SHOP
2955 WEBSTER AVENUE, Bronx
Dec 10, 2025
Score: 21
GAI KITCHEN
51 MOTT STREET, Manhattan
Dec 10, 2025
AREPA LADY
77-17 37 AVENUE, Queens
Dec 10, 2025
Score: 34
AREPA LADY
77-17 37 AVENUE, Queens
Dec 10, 2025
GAI KITCHEN
51 MOTT STREET, Manhattan
Dec 10, 2025
NICK'S GARDEN COFFEE SHOP
2955 WEBSTER AVENUE, Bronx
Dec 10, 2025
Score: 21
AREPA LADY
77-17 37 AVENUE, Queens
Dec 10, 2025
Score: 34
NICK'S GARDEN COFFEE SHOP
2955 WEBSTER AVENUE, Bronx
Dec 10, 2025
Score: 21
MARIOS HOMEMADE CUISINE
699 EAST 187 STREET, Bronx
GRADE A
Dec 8, 2025
Score: 13
PANEORAMA BAKERY
95-20 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens
Dec 8, 2025
Score: 23
HUONG XUAN
40-10 74 STREET, Queens
GRADE A
Dec 6, 2025
Score: 6
CHEZ JOSEPHINE
414 WEST 42 STREET, Manhattan
Dec 3, 2025
Score: 19

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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.