NYC DOHMH · CAMIS 50003434 · American
Q MARQET
38 EAST 98 STREET Manhattan 100292128311754
“A Manhattan all-day café whose inspection file trends the wrong way, culminating in a 65-point C citing temperature abuse and a live animal on premises.”
Why this score
- −Most recent inspection: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- −18 critical violations on file, weighted by how recent
- −4 violations cited more than once
Each entry below is one inspection visit. Violations marked critical are public health risks; everything else is a general code citation.
- Aug 12, 2026Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 20-06Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
- Aug 12, 202612Cycle Inspection / Compliance InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 10BAnti-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.
- 06CcriticalFood, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
1 critical citation this visit - May 6, 202665CCycle Inspection / Re-inspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 10FNon-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.
- 10BAnti-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.
- 04OcriticalLive animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
- 06CcriticalFood, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- 05DcriticalNo hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- 06DcriticalFood contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 02GcriticalCold 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.
- 02BcriticalHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 05FcriticalInsufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures
7 critical citations this visit - Mar 23, 202627Cycle Inspection / Initial InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 04HcriticalRaw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- 10FNon-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.
- 02BcriticalHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 04AcriticalFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
3 critical citations this visit - Jan 28, 202513ACycle Inspection / Re-inspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 02BcriticalHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 06CcriticalFood, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
2 critical citations this visit - Dec 30, 2024Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial InspectionViolations 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.
- Dec 30, 202431Cycle Inspection / Initial InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 10BAnti-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.
- 09CDesign, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 05DcriticalNo hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- 10EAccurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
- 10FNon-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.
- 02BcriticalHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
2 critical citations this visit - Apr 2, 2024Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspectionViolations 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.
- 20-01Allergen or intolerance notice not translated into common language when required
- 28-03Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.
- 20-08Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
- Apr 2, 202423BCycle Inspection / Re-inspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 10BAnti-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.
- 04OcriticalLive animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
- 04JcriticalProperly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
- 10FNon-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.
- 06CcriticalFood, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
3 critical citations this visit
Location40.7886, -73.9535
Grade key · NYC DOHMH
- ATop marksscore 0–13
- BSome violationsscore 14–27
- CMultiple violationsscore 28+
- ZPending re-inspectionborderline
- NNot yet gradedfirst inspection
- —No grade postedawaiting card