RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM in East Village

⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A Last inspected May 16, 2024
📍 145 AVENUE A, Manhattan, NY 10009  ·  🍽️ Frozen Desserts  ·  🚇 Astor Place
Overview

Ralph's Famous Italian Ices and Ice Cream in the East Village has been subject to 2 emergency closures by NYC DOHMH since 2022. The restaurant currently holds a Grade A with a score of 11 points from its most recent inspection in 2024, though its inspection history includes 1 Grade C result across 9 total inspections over the past two years.

9
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
1
Grade A Inspection

RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM in East Village: Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM
Date Grade Score Type
Dec 14, 2022 CLOSED 13 Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Nov 17, 2022 CLOSED 45 Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection

RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM in East Village: Full Inspection History (9 records)

GRADE A May 16, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations: 04L 08A 20-06
May 16, 2024 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations: 20-06
Dec 21, 2022 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 4
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
Dec 14, 2022 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Reopening Inspection
Order or notice posted or required to be posted by the Department mutilated, obstructed or removed. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations: 18-14 08A 04L
🚫 CLOSURE Dec 14, 2022 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 13
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations: 04L
🚫 CLOSURE Nov 17, 2022 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Score: 45
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry is worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not ...
Violations: 04A 06A 04L 10F
Nov 17, 2022 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Compliance Inspection
GRADE C Sep 15, 2022 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 36
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry is worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed. Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tablew...
Violations: 06A 10G 04L 10F 04N 04A 08A
Jun 8, 2022 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 37
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas. Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations. Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. Hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanl...
Violations: 04L 04A 05D 08A 04N 06C
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RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM in East Village: Frequently Asked Questions

When was RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM last inspected?
RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM was last inspected on May 16, 2024 (Grade A). The inspection score was 11 points.
What is RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM's current health grade?
RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many times has RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM been closed by NYC Health?
RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM 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 RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM had?
RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM has 9 health inspections on record from June 2022 through May 2024. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
What was the worst inspection score at RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM?
The worst inspection score recorded at RALPH'S FAMOUS ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM was 45 points on November 17, 2022. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.