New York City, NY - Food safety inspectors found regulatory violations at Poke Bowl during an inspection on 08/07/2025.
The restaurant is located at 26 East 17 Street in New York City's Gramercy Park district, serving local residents and visitors.
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The inspection report documents: "10b. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation o." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
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.
These compliance issues require correction to maintain proper standards for the restaurant and public health. Food safety professionals indicate that addressing non-compliance helps ensure customer safety standards.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
These findings underscore the essential nature of comprehensive health compliance in restaurant operations. Community members should feel empowered to examine health department findings when choosing restaurants.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| BBL | 1008440026 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/07/2025 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Hawaiian |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| Council District | 02 |
| GRADE DATE | 08/07/2025 |
| PHONE | 2127758540 |
| BIN | 1016089 |
| NTA | MN13 |
| Census Tract | 005200 |
| BUILDING | 26 |
| Latitude | 40.73731520658 |
| Longitude | -73.990809184838 |
| STREET | EAST 17 STREET |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| ZIPCODE | 10003 |
| GRADE | A |
| DBA | POKE BOWL |
| Community Board | 105 |
| CAMIS | 50102669 |
| SCORE | 9 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10B; 10F; 06D |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 10B: Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of. || 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. |
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: 10B: Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of. | 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..
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.