MARINARA in Upper West Side (Central)
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jan 15, 2026
📍 483 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10024 ·
🍽️ Pizza
Overview
Marinara, a pizza restaurant on the Upper West Side, holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH with a score of 8 points. However, the restaurant has been subject to 2 emergency closures since 2022, despite receiving Grade A on 2 of its 7 inspections over that period.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
2
Grade A Inspections
MARINARA in Upper West Side (Central): Emergency Closures (2)
MARINARA in Upper West Side (Central): Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE A
Jan 15, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 8
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.
Violations:
10F
Mar 10, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 17
Thawing procedure improper.
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.
Hot TCS food item not held at or ab...
GRADE Z
Mar 21, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination du...
🚫 CLOSURE
Mar 19, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 45
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or othe...
🚫 CLOSURE
Mar 19, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 45
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Violations:
08A
Jun 12, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 21
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.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable materia...
GRADE A
Apr 14, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 10
Hot food item not held at or above 140º F.
Violations:
02B
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MARINARA in Upper West Side (Central): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was MARINARA last inspected?
- MARINARA was last inspected on January 15, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 8 points.
- What is MARINARA's current health grade?
- MARINARA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has MARINARA been closed by NYC Health?
- MARINARA has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has MARINARA had?
- MARINARA has 7 health inspections on record from April 2022 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at MARINARA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at MARINARA was 45 points on March 19, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.