LA GIOCONDA in East Midtown Turtle Bay
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Mar 23, 2026
📍 226 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10022 ·
🍽️ Italian
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🚇 Lexington Ave-59th Street
Overview
La Gioconda in East Midtown holds a Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 9 points on its most recent inspection. Across 3 inspections between 2022 and 2026, the restaurant has received Grade A each time, with no emergency closures on record.
3
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
3
Grade A Inspections
LA GIOCONDA in East Midtown Turtle Bay: Full Inspection History (3 records)
GRADE A
Mar 23, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Violations:
09C
GRADE A
Jun 4, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Thawing procedure improper.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
GRADE A
Feb 14, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 2
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Violations:
10F
LA GIOCONDA in East Midtown Turtle Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was LA GIOCONDA last inspected?
- LA GIOCONDA was last inspected on March 23, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 9 points.
- What is LA GIOCONDA's current health grade?
- LA GIOCONDA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has LA GIOCONDA had?
- LA GIOCONDA has 3 health inspections on record from February 2022 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at LA GIOCONDA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at LA GIOCONDA was 12 points on June 4, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has LA GIOCONDA ever received a Grade C?
- No. LA GIOCONDA has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.