La Vina
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
74
Score
Public records show five inspections at La Vina stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 28, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Hot and cold water available” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Compared to other Albany restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food items in RIC held past 7 days (datemarked 03/29/26). CA: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen. PIC discarded food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed facility without employee health policies. CA: Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. PIC was provided a copy of the employee health policy.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed front door propped open. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; Closed, tight-fitting windows; and Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. PIC closed front door.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
74
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water at handwashing sink in the men's restroom. CA: Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. PIC will have hot water fixed.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed facility without employee health policies. CA: Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. PIC was provided a copy of the employee health policy.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed food in reach in cooler not properly date marked. CA: Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC will properly date mark food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed dead pest in facility. CA: Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. PIC will remove dead pest.
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a pan of shredded beef, black beans, and ground beef in reach in cooler not stored covered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC properly covered food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
67
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed facility without employee health policies. CA: Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. PIC was provided a copy of the employee health policy.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed food reach in cooler not properly date marked. CA: Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC will properly date mark food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water at handwashing sink in the men's restroom. CA: Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. PIC will have hot water fixed.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed dumpster without drain plug. CA: Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. PIC will have drain plug replaced.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
70
May 21, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed lettuce and onions in prep top cooler not maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below in prep top cooler. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below . PIC moved food items to reach in cooler and will have prep top cooler serviced.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed Certified Food Safety Manager Certificate expired (12/2023) CA: Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. PIC will obtain Certification.
511-6-1.03(3)(b)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed water off at the vegetable sink. CA:. The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. Pf PIC will have sink repaired.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed hot water off at 3 compartment sink. CA: The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. Pf. PIC turned hot water on.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed leak in faucet and in the pipe under the 3 compartment sink. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. PIC will have sink repaired.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed a pan of soup, black beans, and ground beef in reach in cooler not stored covered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will properly cover food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
58
Jan 17, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed food in reach in cooler not properly date marked with prep date. CA: Marking the date or day of preparation, with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded. PIC will properly date mark food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed water not working in the facility. CA: The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. PIC will have water fixed.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed a pot of black beans in reach in cooler not stored covered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will cover pot of beans.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed single service cups and bowls not kept in plastic to prevent contamination. CA: Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. PIC will properly store single service items.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed microwave not free from a accumulation of food debris. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will clean microwave.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Vina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Vina on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Vina?
Across the inspection record, “hot and cold water available” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at La Vina.
How does La Vina compare to other restaurants in Albany?
La Vina most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Albany average of 86.
Has La Vina's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Vina have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Vina means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Vina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Vina is inspected around two times per year on average.
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