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New York City violation 04D: Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after co…
Official wording (NYC Health Department): Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; Worker fails to refrain from smoking or being fully clothed in clean outer garments.
In the current data this code was cited 134 times at 134 restaurants. 134 of those citations (100%) were flagged critical. New York City treats critical violations as those more likely to contribute to foodborne illness.
Citations by year
| Year | Times cited |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 33 |
| 2025 | 35 |
| 2026 | 46 |
Most recent citations
Establishments where this code most recently appeared. A citation reflects one inspection on one date.
- Pure Bowl & Go, 149 Wilson Avenue (Oct 28, 2026)
- Twin Tails, 10 Columbus Circle (Oct 27, 2026)
- Teriyaki 99, 315 Utica Avenue (Oct 27, 2026)
- Melany Bar & Restaurant, 785 Flatbush Avenue (Oct 16, 2026)
- Buchette Del Vino (Pedestrian Plaza, Across From Gap), 132 West 44 Street (Oct 7, 2026)
- Sonic, 805 Pennsylvania Avenue (Oct 2, 2026)
- Naya, 1177 Avenue Of The Americas (Oct 1, 2026)
- Madison Cafe, 463 Willis Avenue (Sep 17, 2026)
- Mama Rosaria's Pizzeria Restaurant, 2146 Forest Avenue (Sep 10, 2026)
- Halal Mix, 255-19 Hillside Avenue (Sep 3, 2026)
- Mannan Bakery & Restaurant, 167-15 Hillside Avenue (Sep 3, 2026)
- Pisillo Italian Panini, 110 West 38 Street (Sep 2, 2026)
- Think Coffee, 248 Mercer Street (Aug 27, 2026)
- Popeyes, 213 East Fordham Road (Aug 25, 2026)
- Domino's, 149-09 Northern Boulevard (Aug 24, 2026)
How New York City inspections are scored
Source: New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), “DOHMH New York City Restaurant Inspection Results” dataset on the official open data portal. Source data as of Nov 4, 2026; imported by FoodCheck USA on Nov 5, 2026.