Delgado's Candy Store in Times Square Fails Health Inspection

DELGADO'S CANDY STORE restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - City health officials cited Delgado'S Candy Store for health violations during an inspection on 08/06/2025.

The restaurant is located at 1407 Broadway Lobby Manhattan Ny in New York City's Times Square district, serving local residents and visitors.

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Inspectors documented: "05d. No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.

Health department officials noted violations related to temperature control, which require attention for public health compliance.

Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate temperature control procedures. As outlined in HACCP Temperature Monitoring, Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.

The examination revealed violations related to hand washing, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Hand washing violations directly impact food safety and customer health protection According to Chicago Health Department Requirements, 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.

The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Restaurant industry studies show that pest-related violations often correlate with other sanitation deficiencies According to FDA Food Code Standards, The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. 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.

Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. Per FDA Sanitation Standards, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.

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.

Under current regulations, Delgado'S Candy Store faces additional penalties if violations are not promptly corrected. The health department maintains detailed records of all inspection results for public transparency.

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.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Council District 03
GRADE DATE 08/06/2025
Longitude -73.98715066791
STREET BROADWAY LOBBY
CAMIS 50062470
PHONE 6468613814
Census Tract 011300
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
BORO Manhattan
ZIPCODE 10018
INSPECTION DATE 08/06/2025
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Latitude 40.753432097521
SCORE 38
BBL 1008140015
NTA MN17
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Sandwiches/Salads/Mixed Buffet
BUILDING 1407
Community Board 105
GRADE Z
BIN 1015265
DBA DELGADO'S CANDY STORE
VIOLATION CODES 05D; 06E; 02G; 06D; 10F; 06A
ALL VIOLATIONS 05D: No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation; food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible; obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device. || 06E: Sanitized equipment or utensil; including in-use food dispensing utensil; improperly used or stored. || 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. || 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. || 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. || 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 6, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 05D: No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device. | 06E: Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored. | 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. | 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. | 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..

Why are these violations concerning?

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.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

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 .

Federal Health Guidelines

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.