New York City, NY - An inspection on 08/11/2025 at Hawa Smoothies & Bubble Tea uncovered significant health code violations.
Located in the heart of Upper West Side, Hawa Smoothies & Bubble Tea operates from a prominent location at 495 Amsterdam Avenue Manhattan Ny, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report notes: "06. Contract with a pest management professional not in place. 04. Required succinct nutritional statements not posted on menu(s) for adults and children (2,000 calories per day for adults) (critical: not applicable). 16-06." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
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.
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.
City health officials have required that Hawa Smoothies & Bubble Tea promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
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.
| BBL | 1012140061 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Calorie Posting / Re-inspection |
| CAMIS | 50110968 |
| Community Board | 107 |
| ZIPCODE | 10024 |
| BUILDING | 495 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| GRADE DATE | 08/11/2025 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/11/2025 |
| DBA | HAWA SMOOTHIES & BUBBLE TEA |
| PHONE | 9174751843 |
| Census Tract | 016900 |
| NTA | MN12 |
| Longitude | -73.976108669702 |
| STREET | AMSTERDAM AVENUE |
| GRADE | A |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Juice; Smoothies; Fruit Salads |
| BIN | 1032123 |
| Council District | 06 |
| SCORE | 10 |
| Latitude | 40.786164291482 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 06C; 28-06; 10F; 16-04; 16-06; 16-03 |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 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. || 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. || 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. || 16-04: Required succinct nutritional statements not posted on menu(s) for adults and children (2;000 calories per day for adults) || 16-06: Additional nutritional information statement not posted; or additional nutritional information not provided || 16-03: Caloric content not posted on menus; menu boards or food tags; in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control; or as a franchise or doing business under the same name; for each menu item that is served in portions; the size and content of which are standardized. |
This inspection was conducted on August 11, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 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. | 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. | 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. | 16-04: Required succinct nutritional statements not posted on menu(s) for adults and children (2,000 calories per day for adults) | 16-06: Additional nutritional information statement not posted, or additional nutritional information not provided | 16-03: Caloric content not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags, in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served in portions, the size and content of which are standardized..
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.
