New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Morelia during a health inspection on 07/28/2025.
The restaurant is located at 1435 1 Avenue Manhattan Ny in New York City's Midtown district, serving local residents and visitors.
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Inspectors documented: "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." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Food Code Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The Food Safety Modernization Act clearly states that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance.
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.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
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
| Longitude | -73.954716745146 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/28/2025 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| DBA | MORELIA |
| PHONE | 9179928777 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| SCORE | 13 |
| NTA | MN31 |
| Census Tract | 013400 |
| ZIPCODE | 10021 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Frozen Desserts |
| CAMIS | 50156034 |
| GRADE | A |
| BBL | 1014490026 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/28/2025 |
| Latitude | 40.769571296033 |
| BUILDING | 1435 |
| STREET | 1 AVENUE |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
| Community Board | 108 |
| BIN | 1076317 |
| Council District | 05 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10F; 08A; 04N |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 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. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 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: 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. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 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.