New York City, NY - Health inspectors discovered violations during an inspection of Sami & Susu on 08/05/2025.
Situated at 190 Orchard Street Manhattan Ny in Lower East Side, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
Inspectors documented: "06d. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. (critical: critical). 06c. Food, supplies, or equip." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
The inspection identified violations related to pest control, an important area of food safety.
Health experts emphasize that pest activity can rapidly contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored ingredients Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. Per HACCP Prevention Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in Food Safety Modernization Act, Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Under current regulations, Sami & Susu faces additional penalties if violations are not promptly corrected. The health department maintains detailed records of all inspection results for public transparency.
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.
| BIN | 1005393 |
| ZIPCODE | 10002 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Mediterranean |
| Latitude | 40.72211719715 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/05/2025 |
| Longitude | -73.988159658373 |
| BBL | 1004120010 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| SCORE | 13 |
| Council District | 01 |
| NTA | MN27 |
| Census Tract | 003001 |
| PHONE | 6465592856 |
| Community Board | 103 |
| STREET | ORCHARD STREET |
| CAMIS | 50112624 |
| BUILDING | 190 |
| GRADE | A |
| GRADE DATE | 08/05/2025 |
| DBA | SAMI & SUSU |
| VIOLATION CODES | 06D; 06C; 10F |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. || 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. || 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. |
This inspection was conducted on August 5, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. | 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. | 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..
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.
