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Hokey Poke / the Chick Shop

805 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022

Middle Eastern Turtle Bay-East Midtown (917) 474-6920

Grade A · as of Oct 1, 2026

Hokey Poke / the Chick Shop was last inspected on October 1, 2026 and scored 10 points (A range). Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

October 1, 2026 · Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection

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Score: 10 points (A range)

1 critical1 general
  • CriticalFood temperature

    Cold food was kept warmer than 41°F, where bacteria can grow.

    Official wording (code 02G)

    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.

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing was missing protection against backflow, or floors didn’t drain properly.

    Official wording (code 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.

ABMar 24, 2025: 4425/03Oct 1, 2026: 101026/10
Inspection scores over time. Lower is better: 0–13 is an A, 14–27 a B, 28 or more a C.

Inspection history

2 inspections on record

  1. A 4 points (A range)

    Pre-permit (Operational) · Initial Inspection

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Non-food surfaces or equipment were dirty, damaged, or made of unsuitable material.

      Official wording (code 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.

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