New York City, NY - A health department inspection at Zoma Express on 07/30/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.
Zoma Express is positioned at 973 Columbus Avenue Manhattan Ny in the Upper West Side area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.
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.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to Food Safety Modernization Act, Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
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.
| STREET | COLUMBUS AVENUE |
| Latitude | 40.800342627985 |
| Community Board | 107 |
| NTA | MN09 |
| Council District | 07 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| CAMIS | 50170694 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| Longitude | -73.962045982133 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/21/2025 |
| SCORE | 47 |
| BUILDING | 973 |
| BBL | 1018430062 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Re-inspection |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Ethiopian |
| PHONE | 6466433860 |
| BIN | 1055705 |
| ZIPCODE | 10025 |
| Census Tract | 019300 |
| DBA | ZOMA EXPRESS |
| VIOLATION CODES | 28-06; 20-08; 04K; 08A; 05H; 10F; 10E |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. || 20-08: Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information || 04K: Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 05H: No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers. || 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. || 10E: Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated; cold storage or hot holding equipment |
This inspection was conducted on July 30, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. | 20-08: Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information | 04K: Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 05H: No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers. | 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. | 10E: Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment.
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.
