Fancy Juice Bar in East Village Fails Health Inspection

FANCY JUICE BAR restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Fancy Juice Bar during a health inspection on 07/28/2025.

The establishment operates from 160 1 Avenue in East Village, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.

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The inspection details: "08a. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. (critical: not critical). 10f. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable mater." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.

The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Health experts emphasize that pest activity can rapidly contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored ingredients According to HACCP Prevention Guidelines, The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.

The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.

Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety 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.

Beyond regulatory requirements, such infractions may affect the restaurant's standing and customer relationships. Local food safety organizations monitor inspection results to provide information to the public.

Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Fancy Juice Bar swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.

Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in New York City's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

DBA FANCY JUICE BAR
NTA MN22
GRADE DATE 07/28/2025
BUILDING 160
CAMIS 50167775
BIN 1005897
ZIPCODE 10009
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
BORO Manhattan
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Longitude -73.984536057234
Council District 02
Community Board 103
PHONE 6465735068
GRADE A
INSPECTION DATE 07/28/2025
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Juice; Smoothies; Fruit Salads
Census Tract 003400
STREET 1 AVENUE
INSPECTION TYPE Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Latitude 40.728599904219
SCORE 12
BBL 1004370007
VIOLATION CODES 08A; 10F; 04N
ALL VIOLATIONS 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 10F: 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. || 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies; blow flies; bottle flies; flesh flies; drain flies; Phorid flies and fruit flies.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on July 28, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 10F: 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. | 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies..

Why are these violations concerning?

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.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

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 .

Federal Health Guidelines

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.