New York City, NY - A scheduled inspection at Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle on 07/30/2025 documented several health code infractions.
Situated at 245 West 46 Street in Midtown, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
Health department documentation states: "05h. No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers. (critical: critical). 04a. Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving hand washing, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Hand washing violations directly impact food safety and customer health protection According to CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines, The CDC emphasizes that inadequate hand washing contributes to approximately 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Pest control violations represent some of the most significant infractions in food service inspections Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in FDA Sanitation Standards, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
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.
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.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| GRADE | N |
| DBA | TEN SECONDS YUNNAN RICE NOODLE |
| Council District | 03 |
| BIN | 1024737 |
| STREET | WEST 46 STREET |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/30/2025 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Chinese |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| NTA | MN17 |
| CAMIS | 50164246 |
| Latitude | 40.759204256088 |
| Census Tract | 012500 |
| ZIPCODE | 10036 |
| PHONE | 6468527672 |
| Longitude | -73.986535905027 |
| BUILDING | 245 |
| SCORE | 48 |
| Community Board | 105 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
| BBL | 1010180006 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 05H; 04A; 06C; 06A |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 05H: No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers. || 04A: Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. || 06C: Food; supplies; or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage; preparation; transportation; display; service or from customer’s refillable; reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. || 06A: Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed. |
This inspection was conducted on July 30, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 05H: No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers. | 04A: Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. | 06C: Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. | 06A: Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed..
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.
