LA PIZZA ITALIA in East Midtown Turtle Bay
Latest: GRADE B
Last inspected Feb 17, 2026
📍 959 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10022 ·
🍽️ Pizza
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🚇 Lexington Ave-59th Street
Overview
La Pizza Italia in East Midtown holds a current Grade B from NYC DOHMH, based on 4 inspections since 2023. The restaurant scored 17 points on its most recent inspection, with no emergency closures on record.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade B
Current Grade
LA PIZZA ITALIA in East Midtown Turtle Bay: Full Inspection History (4 records)
Feb 17, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 40
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Establishment is not free of harbora...
GRADE B
Nov 12, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 17
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.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Establishme...
May 8, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
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.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Live roache...
Aug 24, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
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.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...
LA PIZZA ITALIA in East Midtown Turtle Bay: News Coverage (1)
CRITICAL La Pizza Italia Cited for Critical Violations - Manhattan Published Mar 1, 2026Browse Related
LA PIZZA ITALIA in East Midtown Turtle Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was LA PIZZA ITALIA last inspected?
- LA PIZZA ITALIA was last inspected on February 17, 2026 (Grade B). The inspection score was 40 points.
- What is LA PIZZA ITALIA's current health grade?
- LA PIZZA ITALIA currently holds a Grade B. Grade B indicates a score of 14–27 points. The restaurant must post the B grade and schedule a re-inspection.
- How many health inspections has LA PIZZA ITALIA had?
- LA PIZZA ITALIA has 4 health inspections on record from August 2023 through February 2026. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at LA PIZZA ITALIA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at LA PIZZA ITALIA was 40 points on February 17, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has LA PIZZA ITALIA ever received a Grade C?
- No. LA PIZZA ITALIA has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.