ALTAMIRANO'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE

GRADE N

Monday, April 28, 2025

Overview

ALTAMIRANO'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE in Upper East Side Lenox Hill Roosevelt Island underwent a NYC health inspection on April 28, 2025 and scored 15 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

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Address
1479 YORK AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10075
Cuisine
Italian
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
11 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10B

Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained

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.

⚠️ Why This Matters

WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.

📋 Code Requirements

Install backflow preventers on ALL required fixtures. Maintain air gaps (2x pipe diameter minimum). Fix all leaks immediately. Ensure proper drainage - no standing water. Regular plumbing inspection. No direct connections between sewage and water supply.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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ALTAMIRANO'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE — Inspection Questions

Did ALTAMIRANO'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE pass their NYC health inspection on April 28, 2025?
ALTAMIRANO'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE underwent inspection on April 28, 2025 with a score of 15 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did ALTAMIRANO'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE have?
ALTAMIRANO'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 10B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10B (Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained) is a major violation. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided. Sewage disposal system in disrepair. WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.