New York City, NY - A scheduled inspection at Becoming Unique on 08/13/2025 documented several health code infractions.
Situated at 322 East 117 Street in East Harlem, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
The inspection report documents: "04m. Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. (critical: critical). 08a. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. (critical: not cri." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Pest control violations represent some of the most significant infractions in food service inspections According to FDA Food Code Standards, Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
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.
Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.
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.
| INSPECTION TYPE | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection |
| DBA | BECOMING UNIQUE |
| ZIPCODE | 10035 |
| BIN | 1052970 |
| GRADE DATE | 08/13/2025 |
| Census Tract | 018800 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Coffee/Tea |
| BBL | 1016880042 |
| PHONE | 9178866704 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| NTA | MN34 |
| Community Board | 111 |
| BUILDING | 322 |
| Council District | 08 |
| Latitude | 40.797257120772 |
| GRADE | A |
| Longitude | -73.936314037283 |
| STREET | EAST 117 STREET |
| SCORE | 10 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/13/2025 |
| CAMIS | 50150109 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 04M; 08A |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 04M: Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. |
This inspection was conducted on August 13, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 04M: Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests..
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.
