Health Inspection Report
SOLDIER RESTAURANT BUFFET in New York, NY Failed Its Health Inspection on 07/23/25
New York, NY
Published: August 21, 2025
New York, NY - Health inspectors documented violations at SOLDIER RESTAURANT BUFFET during a routine inspection conducted on 07/23/2025.
The establishment operates from 1444 FULTON STREET in New York, serving customers in this dining district. Regular health inspections ensure food safety standards are maintained across all local establishments.
The inspection identified 2 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation related to thermal management. Inspectors documented: After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.
The second violation concerned thermal management. Inspectors documented: After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus can produce toxins in improperly stored food that are not destroyed by reheating.
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 07/23/2025 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
What violations were found during this inspection?
The establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
Why are these violations concerning?
Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness. Pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus can produce toxins in improperly stored food that are not destroyed by reheating.