New York City, NY - An inspection on 08/07/2025 at Devocion uncovered significant health code violations.
Situated at 25 East 20 Street in Flatiron District, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
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The inspection details: "10g. Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient. (critical: not critical)." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in FDA Sanitation Standards, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Devocion immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
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.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| CAMIS | 50013701 |
| STREET | GRAND STREET |
| Longitude | -73.964868310996 |
| PHONE | 7182856180 |
| BORO | Brooklyn |
| Council District | 33 |
| Community Board | 301 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Coffee/Tea |
| Latitude | 40.715848867172 |
| DBA | DEVOCION |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| BUILDING | 69 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/09/2025 |
| Census Tract | 055500 |
| BBL | 3023780029 |
| ZIPCODE | 11249 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| SCORE | 17 |
| NTA | BK73 |
| BIN | 3062570 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 06D; 03A; 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. || 03A: Food; prohibited; from unapproved or unknown source; home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered; butchered or dressed (eviscerated; skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site. || 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. |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 7, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
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. | 03A: Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site. | 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..
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.