How serious is violation 28-05?

Critical violation. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 28-05 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 28-05?

523 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 28-05, representing 0.47% of all inspections with violations.

Which borough has the most violation 28-05 citations?

Manhattan has the highest number of violation 28-05 citations among NYC boroughs.

Is violation 28-05 a critical violation?

Yes, violation 28-05 is a critical violation. Critical violations pose the most serious risk to public health and must be corrected immediately.

Critical Violation Code 28-05

NYC Health Code Violation 28-05 — NYC Health Violation 28-05

Overview

NYC Health Code Violation 28-05 is a critical violation classified under Other Requirements that poses an immediate health hazard and risk of foodborne illness. The violation has been cited 523 times across NYC restaurants, with the highest frequency in Manhattan, and inspectors require immediate correction to prevent bacterial contamination and potential outbreak events. Restaurants cited for this violation typically receive increased inspection scrutiny until the violation is resolved.

523

Times Cited in NYC

0.47%

of Inspections

Critical

Severity Level

Manhattan

Most Common Borough

What is Violation 28-05?

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 28-05 Most?

Manhattan

199 citations

Brooklyn

173 citations

Queens

145 citations

Bronx

7 citations

1 citations

Restaurants Cited for Violation 28-05 (523 total)

JUICE PRESS

30 ROCKEFELLER PLAZA, Manhattan

Dec 5, 2025

Score: 44

FOUR COCONUTS

133-42 39 AVENUE, Queens

Dec 3, 2025

AMPLE HILLS CREAMERY

623 VANDERBILT AVENUE, Brooklyn

GRADE A

Dec 2, 2025

Score: 13

24 Yan INC

147-10 45 AVENUE, Queens

GRADE A

Dec 2, 2025

Score: 9

HC CAMPUS EATS (LOCATED INSIDE HUNTER COLLEGE WEST BUIL. ENTRANCE IS ON 68TH STREET & LEXINGTON AVE)

695 PARK AVENUE, Manhattan

Dec 2, 2025

Score: 21

ISLAND EXPRESS

998 FLATBUSH AVENUE, Brooklyn

GRADE A

Nov 26, 2025

Score: 11

KAFFE ARE

275 GREENWICH STREET, Manhattan

Nov 26, 2025

PURA VIDA MIAMI

1151 BROADWAY, Manhattan

GRADE A

Nov 24, 2025

Score: 9

OAKBERRY PARK SLOPE

169 7 AVENUE, Brooklyn

GRADE A

Nov 24, 2025

Score: 11

SIDEWALK TACOS

2163 2 AVENUE, Manhattan

GRADE A

Nov 20, 2025

Score: 5

NARESH ESSEQUIBO CUISINE

214-69 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens

GRADE Z

Nov 20, 2025

Score: 22

ANGELINA BAKERY

1649 3 AVENUE, Manhattan

GRADE N

Nov 19, 2025

Score: 42

NIEVES TIA MIMI

89-14 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, Queens

Nov 17, 2025

PARTEA

220 EAST 14 STREET, Manhattan

Nov 17, 2025

Score: 48

NIEVES TIA MIMI

89-14 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, Queens

GRADE Z

Nov 17, 2025

Score: 27

CHICKEN FEASTIN

932 COLUMBUS AVENUE, Manhattan

GRADE A

Nov 13, 2025

Score: 2

DELMONICO GOURMET

375 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan

GRADE A

Nov 12, 2025

Score: 13

D.E. SHAW

375 9 AVENUE, Manhattan

GRADE N

Nov 10, 2025

Score: 32

JUICE THAT SIMPLE

247-25 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens

GRADE A

Nov 10, 2025

Score: 10

NARESH ESSEQUIBO CUISINE

214-69 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens

Nov 7, 2025

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Violation 28-05: Frequently Asked Questions

What is violation 28-05 in NYC restaurants?: Violation of NYC Health Code requirements
How serious is violation 28-05?: Critical violation. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 28-05 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 28-05?: 523 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 28-05, representing 0.47% of all inspections with violations.
Which borough has the most violation 28-05 citations?: Manhattan has the highest number of violation 28-05 citations among NYC boroughs.
What must a restaurant do to fix violation 28-05?: 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 28-05 a critical violation?: Yes, violation 28-05 is a critical violation. Critical violations pose the most serious risk to public health and must be corrected immediately.