Gelateria Gentile

43 8 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10014

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Gelateria Gentile five times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 16, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.

“Single service article not provided” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Gelateria Gentile's latest score of 90 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 16, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Jul 7, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 3 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

Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures

05F

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

04L

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

08A

10H

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

May 13, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

10H

Mar 7, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

May 3, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gelateria Gentile last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gelateria Gentile on file is from Oct 16, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gelateria Gentile?

Across the inspection record, “single service article not provided” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Gelateria Gentile.

How does Gelateria Gentile compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Gelateria Gentile most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Gelateria Gentile's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Gelateria Gentile have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gelateria Gentile 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 Gelateria Gentile inspected?

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

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