Felice 56

15 West 56 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

Italian

Last inspected: May 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Felice 56 appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. Felice 56 was last inspected on May 21, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: four violations last time, two this time.

The pattern that stands out is food contact surface not properly washed, which has been cited three times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Felice 56 is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 21, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

Oct 16, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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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.

02G

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

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

Apr 5, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

10F

Aug 23, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Felice 56 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Felice 56 on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Felice 56?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Felice 56.

How does Felice 56 compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Felice 56 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Felice 56's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Felice 56 have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Felice 56 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Felice 56 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Felice 56 is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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