New York City, NY - A routine inspection at Wat'S on Your Plate on 08/12/2025 resulted in citations for health code violations.
Situated at 513 West 145 Street Manhattan Ny in Hamilton Heights, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
Health department documentation states: "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." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety According to Food Safety Modernization Act, The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. 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.
Under current regulations, Wat'S on Your Plate faces additional penalties if violations are not promptly corrected. The health department maintains detailed records of all inspection results for public transparency.
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.
| CAMIS | 41602657 |
| Census Tract | 022900 |
| BUILDING | 513 |
| ZIPCODE | 10031 |
| Council District | 07 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| Community Board | 109 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| SCORE | 13 |
| GRADE DATE | 08/12/2025 |
| NTA | MN04 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/12/2025 |
| STREET | WEST 145 STREET |
| BIN | 1061935 |
| BBL | 1020770022 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| GRADE | A |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Caribbean |
| DBA | WAT'S ON YOUR PLATE |
| Latitude | 40.82550654719 |
| PHONE | 2122344411 |
| Longitude | -73.948243266698 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10F; 03I |
| 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. || 03I: Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label; no warning statement |
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. | 03I: Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label, no warning statement.
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.
