Comfort Inn in Midtown West Fails Health Inspection

COMFORT INN restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - A scheduled inspection at Comfort Inn on 08/12/2025 documented several health code infractions.

The establishment operates from 548 West 48 Street Manhattan Ny in Midtown West, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.

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The inspection report documents: "06d. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. (critical: critical). 08a. Establishment is not fre." 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.

Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in FDA Pest Control Guidelines, The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.

The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.

Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to Food Safety Modernization Act, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.

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.

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Comfort Inn immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.

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

STREET WEST 48 STREET
Census Tract 012900
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Council District 03
SCORE 18
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
BORO Manhattan
Longitude -73.99467893203
BUILDING 548
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
GRADE DATE 08/12/2025
Latitude 40.764244298403
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Armenian
INSPECTION DATE 08/12/2025
ZIPCODE 10036
CAMIS 50138006
DBA COMFORT INN
Community Board 104
BIN 1090609
BBL 1010760057
GRADE Z
NTA MN15
PHONE 2125860400
VIOLATION CODES 06D; 08A; 04N
ALL VIOLATIONS 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies; blow flies; bottle flies; flesh flies; drain flies; Phorid flies and fruit flies.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 12, 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. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies..

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.