New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Community Dining Hall at Mckeon Hall Fordam Univ during a health inspection on 08/12/2025.
The establishment operates from 150 West 62 Street in Lincoln Square, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.
Inspectors documented: "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." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The Food Safety Modernization Act offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
In addition to regulatory requirements, these issues may affect the business's standing and public trust. Community health organizations track health department findings to provide education to local residents.
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.
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.
| DBA | COMMUNITY DINING HALL AT MCKEON HALL FORDAM UNIV |
| BBL | 1011320020 |
| NTA | MN14 |
| Community Board | 107 |
| STREET | WEST 62 STREET |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| Census Tract | 014500 |
| PHONE | 6463465110 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| GRADE DATE | 08/12/2025 |
| BUILDING | 150 |
| BIN | 1090920 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/12/2025 |
| Latitude | 40.771821736265 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | American |
| Longitude | -73.985168626805 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| GRADE | A |
| CAMIS | 50052502 |
| Council District | 06 |
| SCORE | 12 |
| ZIPCODE | 10023 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10F; 06D; 09A |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 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. || 09A: Swollen; leaking; rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE |
This inspection was conducted on August 12, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 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. | 09A: Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE.
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.
