CHILI in New York, NY Failed Its Health Inspection on 01/30/25

New York, NY - Health department officials identified compliance issues at CHILI in an inspection dated 01/30/2025.

Located at 13 EAST 37 STREET in the Midtown area, the establishment serves the local community. The Midtown neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 2 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The second violation concerned sanitization. Inspectors documented: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

This inspection data is provided by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The establishment had violations identified during the 01/30/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the New York City Health Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.