A restaurant-goer in New York City was outraged when he discovered a rat in the window of a restaurant, ironically sitting next to a health inspection “A” sign.
The large rodent was seen scurrying around Dixon Place on Saturday evening, sitting next to feces in front of the emblazoned health sign on the top step.
The health department has given the theater, located on Chrystie Street in downtown Manhattan, an “A” grade for sanitation.
In addition to performance space, the building features a full bar.
In the horrific clip, a woman tapped on the glass to see if the rat was moving, as its long brown tail was clearly visible on the wooden ledge.
The animal then quickly hopped behind the hygiene sign before craning its head to the other side to see the women on the street head-on.
In the horrific clip, a woman tapped on the glass to see if the rat was moving, as its long brown tail was clearly visible on the wooden ledge
Clearly frightened or shocked at being caught, the rat then jumps off the edge onto the floor of the theater, rustling a potted plant in the process
The animal then quickly hopped behind the hygiene sign before craning its head to the other side to see the women on the street head-on
Clearly frightened or shocked at being caught, the rat then jumps off the edge onto the floor of the theater, rustling a potted plant in the process.
The most recent violation at Dixon Place occurred in May 2019, when the department found that “food contact surfaces were not properly washed, rinsed and cleaned after each use and after any activity where contamination may have occurred.” were disinfected.”
There were three other violations at the theater previously – one in 2018 and two in 2017.
Dixon Place is a non-profit venue with a full liquor license – and its lounge is open on event nights.
It is described as a “cozy, custom-designed lounge with recycled wood paneling on the walls, custom stained glass artwork in the foyer by Joseph Cavalieri, antique Persian rugs, and a custom bar by Michael Howett.”
The theater serves $13 cocktails that art lovers can bring into the audience during performances.
Dixon Theater and the New York City Department of Health were contacted by .
Pictured: Dixon Place, with the ‘A’ class sign clearly visible outside the window
After watching the disturbing clip, many people joked about the rat that was spotted in the window.
One person wrote: “He’s the inspector,” while another said: “That’s the chef!”
A third person joked: “That’s just the Ratatouille guy, he’s cool.”
While another chimed in: “A” stands for “A really bad rating.”
“He’s working hard to keep the place clean!” said another social media user, while others joked that this was like any other place in New York City with excessive rats roaming around.
One person added: “If this is an AI I don’t want to know what the others look like.”
According to the Ministry of Health, all Category “A” facilities must seal all cracks, crevices and holes in walls, cupboards and doors to prevent the entry of rodents, cockroaches and flies.
They are told to install rodent-proof door sweeps on exterior doors and store food and trash in pest-proof containers.
Establishments seeking an “A” grade must “remove grease, oil and food debris from all surfaces and equipment, including the floor below, and have a contract with a pest control professional licensed to work in restaurants.”