New York City, NY - Food safety inspectors found regulatory violations at Karaoke Boho during an inspection on 08/05/2025.
The establishment operates from 152 Orchard Street Manhattan Ny in Lower East Side, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.
The inspection report notes: "06. Contract with a pest management professional not in place." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
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 HACCP Prevention Guidelines clearly states that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in Food Safety Modernization Act, The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. 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.
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.
| ZIPCODE | 10002 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/05/2025 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| DBA | KARAOKE BOHO |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| SCORE | 13 |
| Council District | 01 |
| NTA | MN27 |
| Census Tract | 003001 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Korean |
| Community Board | 103 |
| STREET | ORCHARD STREET |
| Latitude | 40.720720183542 |
| CAMIS | 50073713 |
| GRADE | A |
| BBL | 1004110004 |
| BUILDING | 152 |
| GRADE DATE | 08/05/2025 |
| BIN | 1005343 |
| Longitude | -73.988888639603 |
| PHONE | 2127770102 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 28-06; 10F; 06D; 10G |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. || 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. || 10G: Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware; including dishes; utensils; and equipment deficient. |
This inspection was conducted on August 5, 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. | 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. | 10G: Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient..
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.
