Anita Gelato

1561 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10028
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Jul 16, 2025
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Anita Gelato appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 16, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The last inspection found four violations, up from two the time before.

Across the inspection history, anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Anita Gelato's 67 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 16, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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.
10B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
67
Jun 16, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
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.
10F
82
Mar 14, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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.
10B
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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.
10F
86
May 26, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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.
10B
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Anita Gelato last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Anita Gelato on file is from Jul 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Anita Gelato?

Across the inspection record, anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Anita Gelato.

How does Anita Gelato compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Anita Gelato most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Anita Gelato's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Anita Gelato have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around four more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Anita Gelato 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 Anita Gelato inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Anita Gelato is inspected around two times per year on average.