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NYC DOHMH · CAMIS 50016900 · American

EYES ON HUDSON CAFE

643 WEST 43 STREET Manhattan 100362126316033
This Hudson-side cafe has slid from an A in 2024 to a C at 68 points, with recurring temperature abuse and fly citations.
Why this score
  • Most recent inspection: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
  • 16 critical violations on file, weighted by how recent
  • 4 violations cited more than once
How scoring works →

Each entry below is one inspection visit. Violations marked critical are public health risks; everything else is a general code citation.

  1. Nov 5, 2025
    Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
    Violations were cited in the following area(s).
    • 20-04
      “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
  2. Nov 5, 2025
    68
    C
    Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
    Violations were cited in the following area(s).
    • 08A
      Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
    • 04N
      critical
      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.
    • 02B
      critical
      Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
    • 06D
      critical
      Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
    • 04A
      critical
      Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
    • 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.
    • 02G
      critical
      Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
    • 07A
      critical
      Duties of an officer of the Department interfered with or obstructed.
    6 critical citations this visit
  3. Sep 26, 2025
    25
    Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
    Violations were cited in the following area(s).
    • 02G
      critical
      Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
    • 02B
      critical
      Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
    • 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.
    • 10B
      Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
    2 critical citations this visit
  4. Jul 18, 2025
    37
    C
    Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
    Violations were cited in the following area(s).
    • 04A
      critical
      Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
    • 02B
      critical
      Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
    • 10G
      Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
    • 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
      critical
      Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
    • 10B
      Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
    3 critical citations this visit
  5. Jun 25, 2025
    41
    Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
    Violations were cited in the following area(s).
    • 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.
    • 02B
      critical
      Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
    • 02G
      critical
      Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
    • 04H
      critical
      Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
    • 09C
      Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
    • 10B
      Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
    • 06F
      critical
      Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
    • 08C
      Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
    4 critical citations this visit
  6. Feb 12, 2024
    13
    A
    Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
    Violations were cited in the following area(s).
    • 09C
      Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
    • 04A
      critical
      Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
    1 critical citation this visit
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Grade key · NYC DOHMH
  • A
    Top marks
    score 0–13
  • B
    Some violations
    score 14–27
  • C
    Multiple violations
    score 28+
  • Z
    Pending re-inspection
    borderline
  • N
    Not yet graded
    first inspection
  • No grade posted
    awaiting card
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