Grotta Azzurra

177 Mulberry Street, Manhattan, NY 10013
Italian
Last inspected: Oct 24, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Grotta Azzurra stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 24, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Grotta Azzurra is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 24, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
82
Sep 13, 2024
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 14, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
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
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grotta Azzurra last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Grotta Azzurra on file is from Oct 24, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Grotta Azzurra compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Grotta Azzurra's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Grotta Azzurra have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Grotta Azzurra 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 Grotta Azzurra inspected?

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