New York City, NY - An inspection on 07/30/2025 at the Stonewall Inn uncovered significant health code violations.
The restaurant is located at 53 Christopher Street Manhattan Ny in New York City's Greenwich Village district, serving local residents and visitors.
The inspection report notes: "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." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving hand washing, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Restaurant industry standards emphasize hand washing as fundamental to food safety protocols According to FDA Hand Washing Standards, 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 sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The Food Safety Modernization Act offers detailed requirements for maintaining 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.
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.
The broader restaurant industry can learn valuable lessons from such cases, emphasizing the need for continuous vigilance to food safety standards. Consumer awareness remains a crucial component in maintaining community food safety.
| BIN | 1082221 |
| BUILDING | 53 |
| Council District | 03 |
| Latitude | 40.73371991395 |
| DBA | THE STONEWALL INN |
| STREET | CHRISTOPHER STREET |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/30/2025 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| NTA | MN23 |
| ZIPCODE | 10014 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| BBL | 1006100001 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | American |
| PHONE | 2124882705 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| GRADE | A |
| CAMIS | 41244008 |
| Longitude | -74.002125283435 |
| Census Tract | 007300 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/30/2025 |
| Community Board | 102 |
| SCORE | 9 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10F; 06D; 09E |
| 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. || 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. || 09E: Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink. |
This inspection was conducted on July 30, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
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. | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. | 09E: Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink..
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.
