Margaritaville in Midtown Fails Health Inspection

MARGARITAVILLE restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - A routine inspection at Margaritaville on 08/06/2025 resulted in citations for health code violations.

The restaurant is located at 560 7 Avenue, Manhattan, Ny in New York City's Midtown district, serving local residents and visitors.

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The inspection report documents: "04h. Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan. (critical: critical). 09c. Design, construction, materials used or." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.

The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.

Health experts emphasize that pest activity can rapidly contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored ingredients Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. Per FDA Food Code Standards, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.

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

Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations.

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, Margaritaville faces additional penalties if violations are not promptly corrected. The health department maintains detailed records of all inspection results for public transparency.

Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

CAMIS 50118421
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Council District 03
BIN 1090579
GRADE DATE 08/06/2025
Census Tract 011300
STREET 7 AVENUE
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
BORO Manhattan
ZIPCODE 10018
INSPECTION DATE 08/06/2025
BBL 1010120029
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
SCORE 13
NTA MN17
CUISINE DESCRIPTION American
BUILDING 560
Longitude -73.987832579315
GRADE A
PHONE 2122213007
Community Board 105
Latitude 40.7548402337
DBA MARGARITAVILLE
VIOLATION CODES 04H; 09C
ALL VIOLATIONS 04H: Raw; cooked or prepared food is adulterated; contaminated; cross-contaminated; or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. || 09C: Design; construction; materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable; sanitized and maintained.

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: 04H: Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. | 09C: Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained..

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.