New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Sweet & Sour during a health inspection on 07/22/2025.
Located in the heart of Baychester, Sweet & Sour operates from a prominent location at 200 Baychester Avenue, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report documents: "06f. Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. (critical: critical)." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Food safety experts emphasize that consistent sanitation practices prevent the accumulation of harmful bacteria According to Food Safety Modernization Act, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
These types of violations require attention to maintain compliance standards for the establishment and its customers. Health officials note that addressing such conditions helps maintain public confidence in food service establishments.
Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| VIOLATION DESCRIPTION | Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry; or in a sanitizing solution; between uses. |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Pancakes/Waffles |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| STREET | BAYCHESTER AVENUE |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| BORO | Bronx |
| Longitude | -73.830429747919 |
| BBL | 2051410006 |
| VIOLATION CODE | 06F |
| SCORE | 5 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/22/2025 |
| Latitude | 40.865905409786 |
| ZIPCODE | 10475 |
| CRITICAL FLAG | Critical |
| BIN | 2120098 |
| NTA | BX13 |
| Census Tract | 046201 |
| Council District | 12 |
| DBA | SWEET & SOUR |
| CAMIS | 50134508 |
| BUILDING | 200 |
| GRADE | A |
| PHONE | 2124330748 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/22/2025 |
| Community Board | 210 |
This inspection was conducted on July 22, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
