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FRSA flies include house f | Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. | Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. 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NYC Health status: grade pending (since 2026-05-14). No matching outdoor dining permit found in our snapshot."}